Seven Devils Campground

Wallowa Whitman National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: Riggins, ID, ID

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Seven Devils Campground is a small rustic facility located near the Hells Canyon Wilderness. The site is set in a cool fir and spruce forest and has 10 tent-only campsite sites. A short walk from the campground is Seven Devils Lake which offers fishing, photography and a chance to view scenery and wildflowers.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Small rustic campground with 9 tent-only sites near Hells Canyon Wilderness and Seven Devils Lake, offering excellent hiking access and scenic views in a cool fir and spruce forest. Highly rated by campers (4.8/5 stars) for cleanliness, amenities, and proximity to trails.

Wildlife alert: Mountain Goats, American Pikas, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, Clark's Nutcrackers, and Red Crossbills documented in the area.

Insider tips for Seven Devils Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 9 sites. Bring water purification supplies; Seven Devils Lake is nearby but water must be treated. No hookups available; tent camping only. Quiet hours enforced 10pm-6am.

Skip Seven Devils Campground if: You need water hookups or RV amenities — none available.. You visit outside May-October; campground is seasonal.. You prefer larger campgrounds — only 9 sites available.. Mosquitoes bother you; they have been reported by campers..

Best time to visit Seven Devils Campground: July-September — Primary use season per RIDB; campground operates May through October but peak season is July-September..

Nearby campgrounds: Windy Saddle Horse Camp (Riggins, ID), Saddle Creek Campground (Joseph, OR), Black Lake Campground (Riggins, ID), Huckleberry (Council, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Seven Devils Campground

Cell signal at Seven Devils Campground (Riggins, 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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Seven Devils Campground is a small rustic facility located near the Hells Canyon Wilderness. The site is set in a cool fir and spruce forest and has 10 tent-only campsite sites. A short walk from the campground is Seven Devils Lake which offers fishing, photography and a chance to view scenery and wildflowers.

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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.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

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 water hookups or RV amenities — none available.✕ You visit outside May-October; campground is seasonal.✕ You prefer larger campgrounds — only 9 sites available.✕ Mosquitoes bother you; they have been reported by campers.

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 9 sites.

Bring water purification supplies; Seven Devils Lake is nearby but water must be treated.

No hookups available; tent camping only.

Quiet hours enforced 10pm-6am.

Best: July-September

Primary use season per RIDB; campground operates May through October but peak season is July-September.

Things to do nearby

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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: Mountain Goats, American Pikas, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, Clark's Nutcrackers, and Red Crossbills documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Riggins, Idaho travel south on Highway 95 for 1.3 miles to Seven Devils Road (becomes Forest Road 517); Turn right on Seven Devils Road and go 17 miles to Forest Road 517 and 517B intersection; Turn left on Forest Road 517B and go 0.3 miles to campground entrance; The campground road is a loop starting to the right. ADVISORY : Forest Road 517 is very steep, and narrow. Low clearance vehicles, RVs and vehicles pulling trailers are not recommened or advised to use caution when traveling the u

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Seven Devils Campground cost per night?+
Seven Devils Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Seven Devils Campground open?+
Seven Devils Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Seven Devils Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Seven Devils Campground?+
Seven Devils Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Seven Devils Campground?+
Seven Devils Campground 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 Seven Devils Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Seven Devils Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Seven Devils Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Seven Devils Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$10 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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