Federal campgroundtype
Freeto camp
Jul–Sepbest months
About Sam's Creek Campground
Sam's Creek Campground, near the Gospel-Hump Wilderness on Crooked Creek and Sams Creek, is peacefully tucked in among a grove of pine trees with the soothing sounds of the river running in the background. Three campsites, tables and fire grates allow for relaxed camping. There is limited parking and limited maneuvering for camp trailers.
- Season: The campground is open year-round, but might not be accessible because of snow.
- Managed by: USFS - Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
- Where: 19 mi south of Elk City, ID · 45.54233, -115.49228
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
34°11°Jan
38°12°Feb
43°18°Mar
49°24°Apr
58°31°May
66°36°Jun
77°41°Jul
77°39°Aug
68°34°Sep
53°27°Oct
40°18°Nov
32°11°Dec
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jul–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Oct–May.
See Sam's Creek Campground from above
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Good to know
Cell signal
No signal at camp
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.Night sky: Pristine
The Milky Way casts shadows and the sky is crowded with stars.
Class 1 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Camps nearby
- Dixie Meadow Campground 2 mi
- Halfway House Campground 2.6 mi
- Paine Creek Campsite 6.7 mi
- Rhett Creek Campsite 6.8 mi
- Boise Bar Campsite 7.4 mi
- Gaines Bar Campsite 7.5 mi