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Kooskia, ID, ID★ 3.8 (68 reviews)From $14/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
O’Hara Campground sits along the Selway River amid lush vegetation and old cedar trees. This is the largest campground on the Selway, with 32 sites, and makes a great base for exploring all the recreational activities and attractions in the area. *Water is currently unavailable at this campground as it is under maintenence for the 2024 season.
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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 RV45 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites8 sites
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesDump Station
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing
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 RV hookups—none available, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You're sensitive to pit toilet odors—Google reviewers reported poor maintenance✕ You visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground that fills quickly
Water is under maintenance for 2024; get water and dump station at Cedar Flats, 1.5 miles away on Selway Road
Most sites are short or skinny; call ahead if towing a large vehicle
Best: May-October
Official operating season for the campground
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: Bald Eagles, Pacific Marten, White-tailed Deer, Western Yellow-bellied Racer, Northern Rubber Boa, and Northern Alligator Lizard present in the area
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
208-926-4258· Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
Getting there →
The campground is located 7 miles off U.S. Highway 12 at Lowell, Idaho, on Selway River Road 223.
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 — Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests 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 Ohara cost per night?+
Ohara costs $14 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Ohara open?+
Ohara is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Ohara have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Ohara?+
Ohara can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Ohara?+
Ohara 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 Ohara?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Ohara is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Ohara open, and what are check-in times?+
Ohara 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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$14 /night★ 3.8 (68)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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