Spring Creek Campground

Payette National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: WEISER, ID, ID

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$15 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (27 reviews)

Season: May through October

Spring Creek Campground is located along the peaceful Spring Creek in the Hitt Mountains of western Idaho. Visitors enjoy relaxing along the gentle creek, fishing and exploring local trails. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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/spring-creek-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Spring Creek Campground offers a peaceful escape in the Hitt Mountains with excellent hiking trails and fishing opportunities along the creek. Campers praise its dense forest setting, significantly cooler temperatures than nearby valleys, and quiet atmosphere despite being only 2 hours from civilization.

Wildlife alert: Sharp-tailed Grouse, American Dipper, Cassin's Finch, White-headed Woodpecker, Great Basin Gopher Snake, and Western Fence Lizard documented in the area.

Insider tips for Spring Creek Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 13 sites and high demand. Download the Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay QR code feature for campsite payment. Bring a self-contained RV or tent — there are no hookups available at most sites.

Skip Spring Creek Campground if: You require RV hookups (water, electric, sewer) — none are available.. You have low-clearance vehicles — the access road is washboarded from heavy trailer traffic and the location is remote.. You need services during off-season — campground operates May through October only..

Best time to visit Spring Creek Campground: May-October — Official operating season for Spring Creek Campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Mann Creek Campground (WEISER, ID), Brownlee (Cambridge, ID), Buck Park Cabin (WEISER, ID), Eagle Forks Campground (Baker City, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Spring Creek Campground

Cell signal at Spring Creek Campground (WEISER, 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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WEISER, ID, ID★ 4.5 (27 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Spring Creek Campground is located along the peaceful Spring Creek in the Hitt Mountains of western Idaho. Visitors enjoy relaxing along the gentle creek, fishing and exploring local trails. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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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.
ADA sites2 sites
PetsAllowed
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 require RV hookups (water, electric, sewer) — none are available.✕ You have low-clearance vehicles — the access road is washboarded from heavy trailer traffic and the location is remote.✕ You need services during off-season — campground operates May through October only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 13 sites and high demand.

Download the Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay QR code feature for campsite payment.

Bring a self-contained RV or tent

there are no hookups available at most sites.

Best: May-October

Official operating season for Spring Creek Campground.

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: Sharp-tailed Grouse, American Dipper, Cassin's Finch, White-headed Woodpecker, Great Basin Gopher Snake, and Western Fence Lizard documented in the area.

Location

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208-549-4200· Payette National Forest
Getting there →

From Weiser, Idaho, travel north on Highway 95 for approximately 12 miles, then turn onto Upper Mann Creek Road/Forest Road 009 and travel another 18 miles to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Spring Creek Campground cost per night?+
Spring Creek Campground costs $10–$15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Spring Creek Campground open?+
Spring Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Spring Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Spring Creek Campground?+
Spring Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 32 feet.
How do I make reservations at Spring Creek Campground?+
Spring Creek 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 Spring Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Spring Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Spring Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Spring Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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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
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$10 /night★ 4.5 (27)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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