Forest Service
OHARA
Forest Service campground in Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, Idaho County with 31 sites, Reservations may be available.
Campground Details
- Season
- Reservations may be available
- Rate
- $14/night
- Sites
- 31
- Accessible sites
- 8
- Max RV length
- 45 ft
- Phone
- Not listed
- County
- Idaho
- Parent area
- Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
Overview
O'Hara Campground sits along the Selway River amid lush vegetation and old cedar trees. This is the largest campground on the Selway, with 32 sites, and makes a great base for exploring all the recreational activities and attractions in the area. *Water is currently unavailable at this campground as it is under maintenence for the 2024 season. Water and dump station can be found at Cedar Flats, 1.5 miles from campground on Selway Road. The campground offers single-family sites, many of which are accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and paved parking spur. Vault toilets, drinking water and bear-resistant dumpsters are provided.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. O'Hara is located in the Selway Wild and Scenic River Corridor, an area known for its rugged natural beauty and wildlife.An 11 mile sightseeing drive from Lowell to Selway Falls offers visitors opportunities to appreciate the pristine beauty of the Selway Wild and Scenic River and picturesque Selway Falls. O'Hara is near the Fenn Ranger Station, which is on the National Register of Historic Places.The Selway River is a destination fly fishing experience for cutthroat and rainbow trout and is also well-known for whitewater rafting. Several trailheads for hiking and biking can be accessed from Selway River Road and lead into the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness area.
What the Source Lists
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Location Notes
- Address
- Fenn Ranger Station, 831 Selway Rd, Kooskia, ID
- Directions
- The campground is located 7 miles off U.S. Highway 12 at Lowell, Idaho, on Selway River Road 223.
Source Notices
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Water is currently unavailable at this campground as it is under maintainence for the 2024 season. Water and dump station can be found 1.5 miles from the campground at Cedar Flats.
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Rattlesnakes populate the area
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There is no cell phone reception in the campground. The nearest town with reception is Kooskia, ID.
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An additional $2 for each non-towed vehicle will be collected at the campground. Check in time is 2:00pm and check out is 12:00pm
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Click here for more information about Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org .