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Campgrounds & RV
Parks
Woodhead Park is one of
several parks operated by Idaho Power dotting the reservoirs created by
damming the Snake River above Hells Canyon Dam.
Although there are
more than 100 campsites peppered throughout the Hells Canyon
area, travelers should remember that many of the sites are in
remote areas. Amenities vary according to each campground, just as they
would in the backcountry. Potable water is available in a limited number
of campgrounds, but on the whole, campers must come equipped with water,
food and enough supplies to last their stay (corner stores don’t exist
in the NRA). All campgrounds are restroom-equipped and most are
ADA-compliant. Campers are expected to pack out their trash.
Campers have ample
campgrounds to choose from along the Imnaha River at the southwestern
edge of the NRA. Most campgrounds in this area accommodate tent camping
and are accessible by road. There are some RV sites (without hookups).
River flows can fluctuate dramatically, so take care to check the
current flow level if you’re looking at camping at the river’s edge.
The north end of the
NRA has limited camping facilities. Dougherty CG and Buckhorn, both
approximately 45 miles northeast of Enterprise, are located off Forest
Road 46 and trade on their remote nature and quiet beauty (RV pull-throughs
are available). Their added attractions include eye-popping views of
Hells Canyon and the surrounding countryside.
There
also are popular campgrounds just south of the
NRA on the Snake River. Hells Canyon Park, on Oxbow Reservoir, has 24
campsites with RV hookups, an RV dump and a boat ramp. Copperfield Park,
also on Oxbow Reservoir, and Brownlee, on Brownlee Reservoir, have
excellent camping and RV amenities with paved boat launches.
Most campgrounds are
open only during the summer and fall months (June to October or
November). Fees range around $10 per site. Check with the USFS for road
conditions, particularly if you are planning a late-season camping trip.
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