Powell Campground

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Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests Fees: - $20.00 - Single Unit With Electricity (Loop A) - $14.00 - Single Unit Without Electricity (Loop B) - $2.00 - Extra Vehicle Season: May 16, 2024 to Reservation Season ends September 16, 2024. Campground closes October 31, 2024 Status: closed Reservations: To make a reservation, please visit Powell Campground on Recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. Overview Powell Campground provides direct access to the Lochsa Wild and Scenic River, one of Idaho's most scenic waterways. The Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness lies on the opposite side of the river. The campground is within walking distance of a small general store, fuel, lodging and a restaurant. The Powell Ranger Station is nearby as well, but all visitor services have moved to Lolo Pass Visitor Center. Recreation The Lochsa River provides visitors with opportunities for fishing and other water-related recreation. Cutthroat and rainbow trout, Chinook salmon and steelhead swim in the clear waters. The Lochsa is world-famous for its exciting whitewater rafting opportunities. A permit is not necessary to float the river, but technical expertise is a must. A variety of hiking and horseback riding trails are available in the wilderness area. The 1.5-mile Powell Complex Trail begins near… Getting there: The campground is located 160 miles east of Lewiston, Idaho, and 60 miles southwest of Missoula, Montana. From Lowell, travel east on Highway 12 for about 65 miles, to milepost 162. Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233893 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Recreation.gov