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Campsites
There are 15 tent / RV camping sites. Each has a picnic table and fire ring with attached grill. Some have a sand filled tent square. The road and driveways are paved. Most are open with a grassy setting along the Salmon River. Some have a tree or two.
Water
Potable water is available from a hand crank equipped well. The wells in this area have had a metallic taste so I did not taste this one.
Restroom
There is a vault style outhouse, and it was clean and well stocked.
Electricity
No.
Firewood
Is available from our helpful camp host for $6.00 per bundle. Each bundle is sized right for one fire.
Pets
Pets are allowed but must be on a leash.
Picnic Area
No.
Handicap Access
Yes, the campground overall is handicap friendly from the outhouses to the sites.
RV Dump Site
There is a RV dumping station just south of Stanley.
Host On-Site
Yes. He was a bit gruff but warmed up. I would feel my campsite was safer with him about.
Phone Service
The nearest pay phone or cell reception is at Stanley, Idaho.
Garbage Services
Yes, garbage service is available in bear resistant dumpsters. There are bear warnings, so be wise and use caution with your garbage and food storage.
Fishing
Fly fishing is very popular on this stretch of the Salmon River. Check the regulations from a link on our Idaho Fishing Review page.
Boating
Rafting and kayaking are popular along the Salmon River.
Swimming
The river is fast, so most of us would not consider swimming here.
Recreation
Recreational activities include camping, fishing, rafting, kayaking, hiking, fly fishing, photography and more.
Wildlife
Deer, elk, bear, wolves and many species of birds live in the area. Watch your dogs as wolves think of them as competition.
Fee Schedule
Double sites are $26.00, singles are $13.00, and your extra vehicle stays for free.
Reservations
Mormon Bend Campground is a first come, first serve campground, no reservations available.
Fees & Res.
Mormon Bend Campground is a first come, first serve campground, no reservations available. Double sites are $26.00, singles are $13.00, and your extra vehicle stays for free.
Mormon Bend Campground
π Salmon River/Sunbeam Area
π 44.262400,-114.842053
β° 6,108 ft
Mormon Bend Campground is set along the Salmon River on Hwy 75 between Stanley and Challis, Idaho. The river is down in a steep valley with many level II, III and IV class rapids. The two most popular activities for campers here are fly fishing and rafting. We have a friend who comes here often for the fly fishing. The hills about are mostly covered with forest, but the campground area has only a few trees scattered about.
Amenities
Recreation
Fees & Reservations
Getting There
Mormon Bend Campground is on Hwy 75 NE of Stanley, Idaho, only 6.7 miles. It is on the river side which would be on your right if coming from Stanley.
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This information is accurate as of the date of the review.