Steel Creek Group Campground

Caribou-Targhee National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: DUBOIS, ID, ID

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: May through October

Steel Creek Group Campground is located 35 miles northeast of the town of Dubois, Idaho, and 9 miles northwest of Kilgore. Visitors come to the area to enjoy the abundance of trails, wildlife viewing opportunities and scenic beauty.The campground contains one large accessible group site that can accommodate up to 200 people. A common parking area is adjacent to the dining area.

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

Steel Creek Group Campground offers a scenic retreat 35 miles northeast of Dubois with abundant hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Campers praise its beautiful wooded setting, secluded atmosphere, and excellent facilities for group gatherings.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Mule Deer, Pronghorn, Red-naped Sapsucker, Northern Yellow Warbler, Mountain Bluebird, White-crowned Sparrow

Insider tips for Steel Creek Group Campground: This is a group campground with one large site accommodating up to 200 people — ideal for family reunions and organized groups Book early as a federal campground with limited availability Bring self-contained RV or tent setup — no hookups available

Skip Steel Creek Group Campground if: You need RV hookups. You prefer year-round access (seasonal May-October only). You want a solo camping experience (primarily a group site).

Best time to visit Steel Creek Group Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Al Taylor Cabin (Dubois, ID), Stoddard Creek Campground (DUBOIS, ID), Antone Cabin (ENNIS, MT), West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) (ENNIS, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Steel Creek Group Campground

Cell signal at Steel Creek Group Campground (DUBOIS, 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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DUBOIS, ID, ID★ 4.8 (4 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Steel Creek Group Campground is located 35 miles northeast of the town of Dubois, Idaho, and 9 miles northwest of Kilgore. Visitors come to the area to enjoy the abundance of trails, wildlife viewing opportunities and scenic beauty.The campground contains one large accessible group site that can accommodate up to 200 people. A common parking area is adjacent to the dining area.

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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. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites1 sites
CampfiresAllowed
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✕ You prefer year-round access (seasonal May-October only)✕ You want a solo camping experience (primarily a group site)

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

This is a group campground with one large site accommodating up to 200 people

ideal for family reunions and organized groups

Book early as a federal campground with limited availability

Bring self-contained RV or tent setup

no hookups available

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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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: Moose, Mule Deer, Pronghorn, Red-naped Sapsucker, Northern Yellow Warbler, Mountain Bluebird, White-crowned Sparrow

Location

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Getting there →

From Dubois, Idaho: Travel north on I-15 to the Stoddard Creek Exit (Exit 184). Go east on West Camas-Miners Creek Road (FR 006) for approximately 14 miles to Steel Creek Road (FR 478), turn right and continue 0.75 miles to the campground entrance. From the Kilgore Store: Travel west/northwest approximately 8.25 miles on the West Camas-Miners Creek Road (FR 006) to Steel Creek Road (FR 478), turn left and continue 0.75 miles to the campground entrance.

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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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Steel Creek Group Campground cost per night?+
Steel Creek Group Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Steel Creek Group Campground open?+
Steel Creek Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Steel Creek Group Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Steel Creek Group Campground?+
Steel Creek Group Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Steel Creek Group Campground?+
Steel Creek Group 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 Steel Creek Group Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Steel Creek Group Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Steel Creek Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Steel Creek Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$20 /night★ 4.8 (4)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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