Lake Fork sits among the stunning landscapes of Payette National Forest in Idaho . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Sites are first-come, first-served , and the best times to visit are Jul-aug when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Payette National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Lake Fork located in Mccall, Idaho, offering 50 camping sites.
Lake Fork
A Rural campground in Idaho
Overview
Forested Campground Near a Creek at Approximately 5,329 Feet Elevation.
Forested Campground Near a Creek at Approximately 5,329 Feet Elevation.
This Campground Features Nine Sites Along the North Fork of Lake Fork Creek. All Sites Are Available on a First Come, First Serve Basis.
This Location Is Available on a First-Come, First-Served Basis Only. Visitors Are Required to Physically Arrive at the Campground to Purchase and Claim a Site. Once on-Site, You May Be Able to Pay for Your Campsite(S) by Scanning a Qr Code Using the Recreation. Gov Mobile App, and the Scan and Pay Feature.
If This Option Is Available, You Will Need to First Download the Free Recreation. Gov Mobile App Https://Www. Recreation. Gov/Mobile-App Prior to Your Arrival As Some Remote Areas Have Limited or No Cellular Service.
This Is a Beautiful Campground and a Great Base Camp for Adventure. From the Campground, Trails Head East, Branching North and South Into Pristine Mountain Areas: East Fork Lake Fork Creek Trail #104, Lake Fork First Bridge Trail #339, and Paddy Flat/Lake Fork Creek Trail #103. There Are Many Points of Interest and Trailheads If You Continue Along Lick Creek Road. Nearby Is Slick Rock-Climbing Area, a Stunning Exposed Granite Wall. Popular Hiking Areas Include, Box Lake, Snowslide Lake, and Duck Lake. Drive to Lick Creek Summit (6,879 Ft.) for 360-Degree Views of the Salmon River Mountains.
This Campground Features Nine Sites Along the North Fork of Lake Fork Creek. Each Site Has a Fire Ring, Charcoal Grill, and a Picnic Table. All Sites Are Available on a First Come, First Serve Basis. There Are Two Vault Toilets and Drinking Water Is Centrally Located. There Are No Hookups and No Trash Receptacles; Please Pack Out Your Trash.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric, No Hookups
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: 83638, Mccall, Id, USA 83638, Id, USA
City: Mccall, Idaho 83638.0
Coordinates: 44.923157, -115.94628
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Hiking|picnic|hookups|water|fire-ring|lake|river|trail|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Free
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 6 stations
Nearest Market: BOISE/TWIN FALLS
Notes: Signals FROM BOISE/TWIN FALLS MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 15 stations (5 AM, 10 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KIDO 580 Am
Market: BOISE
Notes: 5 AM, 10 FM Stations from Boise
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ MCCALL CHARGEPO MC CHARGE 1
Distance: 7.4 miles away
Address: 809 N 3rd St, McCall, ID
Network: chargepoint-network
Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • Tesla-J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10176173
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website: http://Recreation.gov
- Parent Park: Payette National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/payette-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: payette-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Payette National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: payette-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 28.0
- States Covered: Idaho
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1025
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1025, 1025.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: idaho
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: payette-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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