Holman Creek Campground

Federal campground in Sawtooth National Forest

Location: Clayton, ID, ID

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/holman-creek-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Scenic riverside location with long sites suitable for larger RVs, maintained facilities, and affordable nightly rate of $20. Campers praise the picnic tables, fire pits, and river views.

Wildlife alert: Gray wolves, American elk, Rocky Mountain mule deer, bighorn sheep, bald eagles, and great blue herons present in the area.

Insider tips for Holman Creek Campground: First-come, first-served basis only — arrive early to secure a site. Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for payment. Sites are long enough to accommodate 40ft RVs according to camper reports.

Skip Holman Creek Campground if: You need hookups — no hookups available at sites.. You require advance reservations — only first-come, first-served.. You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonally closed..

Best time to visit Holman Creek Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Whiskey Flat Campground (Clayton, ID), Lower O’Brien Campground (Stanley, ID), Upper O’Brien Campground (Stanley, ID), Bonanza Ccc Group Campground (CHALLIS, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Holman Creek Campground

Cell signal at Holman Creek Campground (Clayton, ID): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Holman Creek Campground

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Clayton, ID, ID★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available at sites.✕ You require advance reservations — only first-come, first-served.✕ You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonally closed.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served basis only

arrive early to secure a site.

Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for payment.

Sites are long enough to accommodate 40ft RVs according to camper reports.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Gray wolves, American elk, Rocky Mountain mule deer, bighorn sheep, bald eagles, and great blue herons present in the area.

Location

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N/A· Sawtooth National Forest

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Sawtooth National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Sawtooth National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Holman Creek Campground cost per night?+
Holman Creek Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Holman Creek Campground open?+
Holman Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Holman Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Holman Creek Campground?+
Holman Creek Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Holman Creek Campground?+
Holman Creek Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Holman Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Holman Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Holman Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Holman Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$20 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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