Lake Fork
This campground features nine sites along the North Fork of Lake Fork Creek.
Sites are first-come, first-served. Recreation.gov lists this campground for paying on site, and you may be able to pay with the Scan and Pay feature of its app.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
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. There are two vault toilets and drinking water is centrally located. There are no hookups and no trash receptacles; please pack out your trash.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Payette National Forest |
| Booking | Sites are not reservable. |
| Fees | $10/night |
Weather by month
Getting there
Travel 9 miles east of McCall on Lick Creek Road. Use caution, the roads turns to gravel and is at times narrow and bumpy. Look for Lake Fork Campground sign and turn right into campground.
| Coordinates | 44.9232° N, 115.9463° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedMeadow Marsh Rx
6 mi from the campground · 70 acres
- PrescribedGoose Rx
12 mi from the campground · 529 acres
- PrescribedMill Creek Council Mtn Rx
19 mi from the campground · 1,817 acres
- PrescribedCold Rx
25 mi from the campground · 1,094 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Explore
Video
Lake Fork Campground - Curecanti National Recreation Area - Blue Mesa Reservoir
Trails nearby
- 0.6 miPaddy Flat-Lake Fork Creek ↗9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 0.6 miE/F Lake Fork Creek ↗11.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miLake Fork First Bridge1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.7 miFall Creek Saddle ↗6.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 3.7 miFitsum Creek ↗12 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 3.8 miCrestline ↗10.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 1 miLake Fork Trailhead ↗Payette National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Payette National Forest.
- inPayette National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,407,306 acres
- 14.7 miFrank Church-River of No Return Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 2,358,886 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Rice MeetinghouseBuilding · McCall · 5.8 mi
- Elo SchoolBuilding · McCall · 6.1 mi
- Matt N. Hill Homestead BarnBuilding · McCall · 6.1 mi
Natural features
Forested campground near a creek at approximately 5,329 feet elevation.
Recreation
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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Lake Fork?
No. Lake Fork is first-come, first-served. Sites are not reservable. Sites are taken on arrival and paid at the fee station.
Source: Forest Service
How much does it cost to camp at Lake Fork?
$10/night
Source: Forest Service
What time is check-in at Lake Fork?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Forest Service
Is Lake Fork open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Lake Fork have?
11 sites, including 9 standard sites without power.
Source: Forest Service
Are pets allowed at Lake Fork?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lake Fork. Leash rules apply.
Source: Forest Service
Can I have a campfire at Lake Fork?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Lake Fork?
This is a beautiful campground and a great base camp for adventure. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Lake Fork is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Buckhorn Bar (10.2 mi, first-come), Kennally Creek (10.4 mi, first-come), and Camp Creek (11.9 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby