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South Fork Group Site 5 - Nez Perce NF (ID)
FSU.S. Forest Service — GRANGEVILLE · Idaho · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests |
| Location | GRANGEVILLE · Idaho · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests · 45.83028, -115.97194 · Map |
| Sites | 1 public sites counted from the federal listing — 1 group standard area nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 1 sites Water hookups at 0 of 1 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 1 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 1 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 12:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 208-983-1950 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
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.
Directions, from the listing
From the Forest Service offices in Grangeville, head south on Grangeville-Salmon Road. Turn left at the drive-in theater toward the small town Mt. Idaho. Continue on the Mt. Idaho Grade toward Elk City on Highway 14. The South Fork Campground is located just past mile marker 15 on Highway 14. The campground is located between the highway and the river and the entrance to the campground is marked with a campground sign.
Physical address: 2435 Highway 14 Grangeville, ID 83530
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Trip Card — South Fork Group Site 5 - Nez Perce NF (ID)
GRANGEVILLE · Idaho · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | GRANGEVILLE · Idaho · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 1 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234446 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.