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Black Lake Campground

Forest Service campground in Wallowa Whitman National Forest, Idaho County with 4 sites, Reservations may be available.

Campground Details

Season
Reservations may be available
Rate
$10/night
Sites
4
Accessible sites
Not listed
Max RV length
Not listed
Phone
Not listed
County
Idaho
Parent area
Wallowa Whitman National Forest

Overview

Black Lake Campground is a rustic facility with 4 designated tent sites. Located on the edge of Black Lake and adjacent to the Hells Canyon Wilderness, the site is popular for visitors wanting a truly 'off-the-beaten-path' recreational experience. The access road to the campground is steep and rough, and is not recommended for RVs, trailers or low clearance vehicles. This site provides access to Black Lake- Horse Heaven Trail #214 and Six Lakes Basin Trail #218 which enter the Hells Canyon Wilderness from the southeast. Quiet hours are from 10pm to 6am. Primary use season is from July to September.Black Lake Campground has 4 sites, each with a picnic table, fire ring and parking area.

What the Source Lists

Activities

BackpackingBirdingCampingHikingPhotographyFishingWilderness

Reservation type

Site-Specific

Location Notes

Address
1339 Hwy 95 South, PO Box 1405, Riggins, ID
Directions
From Riggins, Idaho go south 60 miles on US Hwy 95 to Council, Idaho; In Council leave Hwy 95 in the downtown area and head north/northwest on the Hornet Creek Road #002; Continue north on this road past Lafferty Campground until the Community of Bear (no services); After passing through Bear continue north on Road 105 (gravel road suitable for passenger cars) and watch for the split in the road; Stay right on road #105 - do not enter the Bear Work Center ; Continue on #105 road for approx. 1/2 mile to the intersection with Road #112; Travel on Road #112 heading north/northwest past Smith Mountain Lookout to the end of the road at Black Lake Campground.
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