Porcupine (Id)

Caribou-Targhee National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: DUCK CREEK, ID, ID

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$40 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (21 reviews)

Season: May through October

Porcupine Campground is situated on St. Charles Creek in a scenic canyon in the rolling Idaho forests. The campground is also close to Bear Lake State Park and North Beach, offering visitors countless recreational opportunities in a serene forest setting.Nearby, the North Fork Trail and its associated trails access the Highline Trail #316.

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

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

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

Porcupine Campground sits on scenic St. Charles Creek in rolling Idaho forests with access to the premier 55-mile Highline Trail #316 and proximity to Bear Lake State Park, offering abundant hiking, biking, and fishing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Beaver, Least Chipmunk, Black-billed Magpie, Ruffed Grouse, Northern Rubber Boa, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Porcupine (Id): Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups Access the National Trail System's Highline Trail via North Fork Trail nearby

Skip Porcupine (Id) if: You need RV hookups. You're visiting outside May-October season. You prefer larger campgrounds—only 17 sites available.

Best time to visit Porcupine (Id): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Cloverleaf Campground (MONTPELIER, ID), North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon (DUCK CREEK, ID), Davis Canyon Campground (DUCK CREEK, ID), Egan Basin Guard Station (MONTPELIER, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Porcupine (Id)

Cell signal at Porcupine (Id) (DUCK CREEK, 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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DUCK CREEK, ID, ID★ 4.1 (21 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Porcupine Campground is situated on St. Charles Creek in a scenic canyon in the rolling Idaho forests. The campground is also close to Bear Lake State Park and North Beach, offering visitors countless recreational opportunities in a serene forest setting.Nearby, the North Fork Trail and its associated trails access the Highline Trail #316.

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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 RV32 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Flush 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✕ You're visiting outside May-October season✕ You prefer larger campgrounds—only 17 sites available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups

Access the National Trail System's Highline Trail via North Fork Trail nearby

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October 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: Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Beaver, Least Chipmunk, Black-billed Magpie, Ruffed Grouse, Northern Rubber Boa, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area.

Location

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541-351-1182· Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Getting there →

From U.S. Highway 89, turn west onto St. Charles Canyon Road/Forest Road 412. Follow for approximately 7 miles to the campground on the left side of the road.

Campground entrance

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Community

#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, speakable
How much does Porcupine (Id) cost per night?+
Porcupine (Id) costs $20–$40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Porcupine (Id) open?+
Porcupine (Id) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Porcupine (Id) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Porcupine (Id)?+
Porcupine (Id) can accommodate RVs up to 32 feet.
How do I make reservations at Porcupine (Id)?+
Porcupine (Id) 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 Porcupine (Id)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Porcupine (Id) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Porcupine (Id) open, and what are check-in times?+
Porcupine (Id) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●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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$20 /night★ 4.1 (21)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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