Park Creek (Idaho)

Boise National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Lowman, ID, ID

Price: From $12 per night

Price range: $12–$100 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: May through October

Park Creek Campground is located 4 miles from Lowman, Idaho, off the beaten path at the confluence of Park and Clear Creeks. Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting and exploring local trails.Park Creek and Clear Creek both offer good trout fishing. Various hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding trails are in the vicinity.This location is unstaffed.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Park Creek is a remote, quiet campground at the confluence of Park and Clear Creeks offering excellent trout fishing and access to hiking, biking, and horseback trails. Campers praise its private setting, beautiful old-growth trees, well-maintained facilities, and easy access to clear mountain water.

Wildlife alert: Wapiti (elk), osprey, ruffed grouse, chukar, mountain bluebird, American red squirrel, columbian ground squirrel, western terrestrial garter snake, western fence lizard, and northern rubber boa documented within 8km

Insider tips for Park Creek (Idaho): Book early—this is a popular federal campground with only 2 group sites Bring a solar generator; there are no hookups and hand pump water available Clear Creek offers direct access for swimming in cool mountain water

Skip Park Creek (Idaho) if: You need RV hookups (no hookups available). You're visiting outside May-October (seasonal closure). You're sensitive to dust from UTV traffic on campground road.

Best time to visit Park Creek (Idaho): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Mountain View (Lowman, ID), Kirkham (LOWMAN, ID), Helende (LOWMAN, ID), Deadwood Lookout Rec Cabin (EMMETT, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Park Creek (Idaho)

Cell signal at Park Creek (Idaho) (Lowman, 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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Lowman, ID, ID★ 5 (2 reviews)From $12/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Park Creek Campground is located 4 miles from Lowman, Idaho, off the beaten path at the confluence of Park and Clear Creeks. Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting and exploring local trails.Park Creek and Clear Creek both offer good trout fishing. Various hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding trails are in the vicinity.This location is unstaffed.

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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
Max RV195 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites24 sites
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
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)✕ You're visiting outside May-October (seasonal closure)✕ You're sensitive to dust from UTV traffic on campground road

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 2 group sites

Bring a solar generator; there are no hookups and hand pump water available

Clear Creek offers direct access for swimming in cool mountain water

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October per verified data

Things to do nearby

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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: Wapiti (elk), osprey, ruffed grouse, chukar, mountain bluebird, American red squirrel, columbian ground squirrel, western terrestrial garter snake, western fence lizard, and northern rubber boa documented within 8km

Location

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From Boise, Idaho, take Highway 55 to Banks. Turn east and travel Forest Highway 24/Banks-Lowman Highway to Lowman. Turn left onto Highway 21 and immediately turn left onto Forest Road 582/Clear Creek Road. Proceed 3.6 miles to the campground.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Boise National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Boise 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, speakable
How much does Park Creek (Idaho) cost per night?+
Park Creek (Idaho) costs $12–$100 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Park Creek (Idaho) open?+
Park Creek (Idaho) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Park Creek (Idaho) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Park Creek (Idaho)?+
Park Creek (Idaho) can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Park Creek (Idaho)?+
Park Creek (Idaho) 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 Park Creek (Idaho)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Park Creek (Idaho) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Park Creek (Idaho) open, and what are check-in times?+
Park Creek (Idaho) 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
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$12 /night★ 5 (2)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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