South Fork Group Site 5 - Nez Perce NF (ID)
South Fork Group Site 5 - Nez Perce NF (ID) is a national forest campground in Idaho. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Idaho
- Coordinates
- 45.83028, -115.97194
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Camping, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 208-983-1950
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About South Fork Group Site 5 - Nez Perce NF (ID)
Overview South Fork Campground is nestled along the South Fork of Clearwater River. All standard sites are first-come, first-served, but a group site that can accommodate up to 25 people is available for reservations. South Fork Campground is well-suited to moderately-sized RVs. An abundance of recreational activities and scenic attractions are in the area. Recreation Anglers can fish for trout, steelhead and salmon in the Clearwater River. Berry picking is popular in season. Facilities Each campsite has a picnic table, grill, tent pad and paved parking spur. Vault toilets are provided. Drinking water is available during the peak season only. A camp host may be on-site during the summer. Natural Features In the heart of north central Idaho, rugged peaks, deep canyons, dense forests and remote wilderness comprise the Nez Perce National Forest. Due in large part to dramatic elevational differences, the forest supports a wide variety of vegetation, from cedar groves to desert ecosystems. South Fork Campground is located in the Highway 14 Corridor. This area features forested canyons with sections of rugged granite outcroppings, as well as gently sloping lodgepole pine-covered uplands and lush wildflower meadows. Nearby Attractions The campground's proximity to Highway 14 makes it easy to do a scenic drive. This picturesque route winds through changing landscapes and historic areas.
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Cedar Flats Dump Station · 28 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Creek | National forest campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| Castle Creek Campground | Private campground | 0.2 mi | $12 | — |
| Nelson Creek Campground | Free campsite | 0.5 mi | Free | — |
| Nelson Creek Campground | National forest campground | 0.5 mi | — | — |
| South Fork | National forest campground | 0.5 mi | — | — |
| South Fork Campground | Private campground | 0.6 mi | $12 | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.