Caribou-Targhee National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
DUCK CREEK, ID, ID★ 4.8 (4 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
North Fork Campground is located in scenic St. Charles Canyon in southern Idaho, near Bear Lake. Visitors enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding and motorcycling on local trails and fishing in St.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV24 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites1 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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✕ You require internet access - none available at campground✕ You visit outside May-October - seasonal operations only✕ Highway noise bothers you - sites are close enough to hear nearby traffic
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBring cash - no internet access at campground, payment on-site only
Book early - federal campground with limited availability (only 1 site)
Request firewood delivery from camp hosts if needed
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Pacific Marten, Yellow-bellied Marmot, American Beaver, Ruffed Grouse, and Wandering Garter Snake present in the area
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
541-351-1182· Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Getting there →
From Garden City, Utah, take Highway 89 north to St. Charles, Idaho. Drive west from St. Charles along Forest Road 412 for 8.1 miles, then turn right and follow the dirt road a short distance to the campground.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Caribou-Targhee National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Caribou-Targhee National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon cost per night?+
North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon open?+
North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon?+
North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon can accommodate RVs up to 24 feet.
How do I make reservations at North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon?+
North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon 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 North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon open, and what are check-in times?+
North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$75 /night★ 4.8 (4)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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FAQ
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