Lake Fork

Payette National Forest — lakeside

Location: McCall, ID, ID

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$15 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This campground features nine sites along the North Fork of Lake Fork Creek. All sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups

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

Nine sites along North Fork Lake Fork Creek in a scenic location known for huckleberry picking and foraging. First-come, first-served basis with reasonable rates at $10/night.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area—store food properly. Also mule deer, golden-mantled ground squirrels, western tanagers, and garter snakes.

Insider tips for Lake Fork: Arrive early to claim a site since first-come, first-served fills up during peak season. Self-pay available via Recreation.gov mobile app QR code scanning on-site. Road is gravel and narrow—use caution on Lick Creek Road approach, especially in wet conditions.

Skip Lake Fork if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available; tent camping or self-contained units only.. You prefer advance reservations—this location is first-come, first-served only.. You visit outside May-October—campground is seasonal..

Best time to visit Lake Fork: July-September — Huckleberry season—multiple campers report berry bushes near campsites and this is a popular foraging destination..

Nearby campgrounds: Paddy Flat Guard Station (McCall, ID), Buckhorn Bar (McCall, ID), Kennally Creek (McCall, ID), Camp Creek (McCall, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lake Fork

Cell signal at Lake Fork (McCall, 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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McCall, ID, ID★ 4 (0 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This campground features nine sites along the North Fork of Lake Fork Creek. All sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only.

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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. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 RV hookups—no hookups available; tent camping or self-contained units only.✕ You prefer advance reservations—this location is first-come, first-served only.✕ You visit outside May-October—campground is seasonal.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Arrive early to claim a site since first-come, first-served fills up during peak season.

Self-pay available via Recreation.gov mobile app QR code scanning on-site.

Road is gravel and narrow

use caution on Lick Creek Road approach, especially in wet conditions.

Best: July-September

Huckleberry season—multiple campers report berry bushes near campsites and this is a popular foraging destination.

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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: American Black Bear present in area—store food properly. Also mule deer, golden-mantled ground squirrels, western tanagers, and garter snakes.

Location

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Getting there →

Travel 9 miles east of McCall on Lick Creek Road. Use caution, the roads turns to gravel and is at times narrow and bumpy. Look for Lake Fork Campground sign and turn right into campground.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Lake Fork cost per night?+
Lake Fork costs $10–$15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What season is Lake Fork open?+
Lake Fork is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lake Fork have hookups?+
No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What is the maximum RV length at Lake Fork?+
Lake Fork is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Lake Fork?+
Lake Fork 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 Lake Fork?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lake Fork is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lake Fork open, and what are check-in times?+
Lake Fork is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$10 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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