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Campsites
There are 17 camping sites. Smaller RVs would fit nicely, however the road in is steep. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire pit with grill.
Water
Prepare to pack your own water in as there is none available in the campground.
Restroom
Canyon Creek has two vault style outhouses, both in good condition and well stocked.
Pets
On a leash, please.
Handicap Access
The outhouses are handicap accessible but the campground itself is rough and uneven.
RV Dump Site
There are RV Dumping stations available near Orofino and at Dent Acres Recreation Site.
Phone Service
No phone or cell service.
Garbage Services
Pack it in, Pack it out, however they provide garbage bags.
Fishing
Campground is on Dworshak Reservoir so fishing from the bank or by boat is available.
Boating
There is a boat ramp and dock available. The lake supports fishing and skiing.
Swimming
There is no lifeguard or official swimming area, but there were families playing in the lake when we were there.
Wildlife
Spotting a whitetail deer or a bird of prey is a common occurrence at Canyon Creek Campground.
Fee Schedule
This is a no fee recreation site.
Reservations
Not available.
Fees & Res.
Not available. This is a no fee recreation site as of February 2025.
Canyon Creek Recreation Site
π Potlatch/Dworshak Areas
π 46.555214,-116.233937
β° 1,540 ft
Canyon Creek Recreation Site on Dworshak Reservoir is developed with a boat ramp, dock, outhouse and camping sites with a picnic table and fire pits. It feels rustic due to the unfinished condition of the roadways and camping sites. The area is heavily forested and is situated right on the water.
Amenities
Recreation
Fees & Reservations
Getting There
It is 9.7 miles from downtown Orofino on Canyon Creek Rd. For a Google map click here. We used the Wells Bench Rd to Canyon Creek rd route, Googles route looks shorter.
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This information is accurate as of the date of the review.