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Thatcher Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — Idaho · Salmon-Challis National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Salmon-Challis National Forest |
| Location | Idaho · Salmon-Challis National Forest · 44.36818, -115.14538 · Map |
| Sites | Not reported — the federal listing names no individual sites for this campground |
| Getting a site | First-come, first-served only — this campground takes no reservations. |
| Hookups | Not reported in the federal data |
| 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. |
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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
This campground is just off Highway 21, and tucked back into the trees, overlooking beautiful Capehorn meadows. Walk across the street to overlook a marshy wetland, a hangout for breakfasting moose, elk, and a variety of birds. Each of the 5 sites is equipped with picnic tables and fire rings with cooking grills. The campground accommodates trailers and motorhomes up to 32 feet and has vault toilets and hand pumps for drinking water. Although there are no full hookups, the campground will fit trailers and RV's up to 32 feet long.
Directions, from the listing
From Stanley:15 miles NW of Stanley on Highway 21, on west side of Highway.From Boise:Approximately 117 miles NE on Highway 21 towards Stanley. Campground is on the right.
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Trip Card — Thatcher Campground
Idaho · Salmon-Challis National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Idaho · Salmon-Challis National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | First-come only |
| Hookups | Not reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | Not reported |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/239945 · 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 Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.