Willow Flat Campground

Caribou-Targhee National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: DUCK CREEK, ID, ID

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$120 per night

Rating: 3.7 out of 5 (68 reviews)

Season: May through October

Willow Flat is a popular campground, located on the banks of the Cub River, in southeastern Idaho. It sits in a pretty valley, surrounded by scenic mountain views, at an elevation of 6,300 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing the river and exploring numerous forested trails.This large campground contains six group campsites than can accommodate 24 to 100 people.

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/willow-flat-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Willow Flat is a popular federal campground on the scenic Cub River in southeastern Idaho with excellent fishing for wild cutthroat and rainbow trout, plus numerous forested hiking trails including a nature trail to Sam Parkinson Spring. Campers consistently praise the clean facilities, roomy sites, and friendly management.

Wildlife alert: Pacific Marten, Yellow-bellied Marmot, American Beaver, Wild Turkey, American Dipper, Northern Rubber Boa, Great Basin Gopher Snake, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Willow Flat Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with high demand. Stay on the walk-in loop for scenic riverside sites. Campground sits at 6,300 feet elevation surrounded by mountain views.

Skip Willow Flat Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites, only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only..

Best time to visit Willow Flat Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Cub River Guard Station (Montpelier, ID), Albert Moser (Preston, ID), North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon (DUCK CREEK, ID), Cloverleaf Campground (MONTPELIER, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Willow Flat Campground

Cell signal at Willow Flat Campground (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★ 3.7 (68 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Willow Flat is a popular campground, located on the banks of the Cub River, in southeastern Idaho. It sits in a pretty valley, surrounded by scenic mountain views, at an elevation of 6,300 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing the river and exploring numerous forested trails.This large campground contains six group campsites than can accommodate 24 to 100 people.

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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 RV75 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites4 sites
PetsAllowed
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 — no hookups available at most sites, only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with high demand.

Stay on the walk-in loop for scenic riverside sites.

Campground sits at 6,300 feet elevation surrounded by mountain views.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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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: Pacific Marten, Yellow-bellied Marmot, American Beaver, Wild Turkey, American Dipper, Northern Rubber Boa, Great Basin Gopher Snake, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area.

Location

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From Preston, Idaho, head south on U.S. Highway 91 for approximately 3 miles. Turn east on the Cub River Road (Forest Road 406) and travel 3 miles past the Cache National Forest boundary to the intersection of Forest Road 406 and Forest Road 407. Bear right at the intersection, staying on Forest Road 406, and travel over a mile to the campground.

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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 Willow Flat Campground cost per night?+
Willow Flat Campground costs $20–$120 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Willow Flat Campground open?+
Willow Flat Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Willow Flat Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Willow Flat Campground?+
Willow Flat Campground can accommodate RVs up to 75 feet.
How do I make reservations at Willow Flat Campground?+
Willow Flat 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 Willow Flat Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Willow Flat Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Willow Flat Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Willow Flat Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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$20 /night★ 3.7 (68)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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