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Campsites
There are 9 tent / RV camping sites, each equipped with a picnic table and a fire ring with an attached grill. The road and driveways are gravel. The forest is mature with some underbrush.
Water
Potable water is available from a hand pump equipped well.
Restroom
There is a vault style outhouse which was clean and well stocked.
Electricity
No.
Firewood
Firewood is available for purchase from the Host at Mormon Bend Campground. It would be just as easy to provide your own.
Pets
Pets are allowed but need to be kept leashed.
Picnic Area
There is no picnic area at either Upper or Lower O'Brien campground. There is a picnic area at Cove Hot Spring west of Sunbeam.
Handicap Access
The outhouses are handicap accessible.
RV Dump Site
There is a RV dumping station just south of Stanley, Idaho.
Host On-Site
No, the host at Mormon Bend Campground services this campground as well.
Phone Service
Phone service of both a pay phone and cell phone reception is available at Stanley and Challis. Cell reception is available but very spotty along Hwy 75 to the east.
Garbage Services
There is garbage service available in a bear resistant dumpster.
Fishing
Fishing in Idaho is now a year around activity if you are a catch and release fisherman. For the specific regulations, check them through a link on our Idaho Fishing Review.
Boating
There are no boating facilities here. Look at the map on our Mormon Bend Campground page for river info.
Swimming
There are many pools in the river, some with beaches. Use caution as there is no lifeguard and currents can be dangerous.
Recreation
Rafting and kayaking the Salmon River is very popular along this stretch of the river as there are up to class IV rapids here. Fishing, camping, hiking, backpacking, biking both on the highway and on the mountain trails, and horseback riding are popular activities here. If you would enjoy sight seeing, check out the ghost towns on the Yankee Fork.
Wildlife
Deer, elk, and bear are common here. Use caution when disposing of your garbage and storing your food at night to avoid bear problems. Other wildlife include wolves, fox, and many birds. Mountain goats and mountain lions can be found in the higher country.
Fee Schedule
Double sites are $26.00, singles are $13.00 and there is a $5.00 per day fee for your extra vehicle.
Reservations
No, this is a first come, first served facility.
Fees & Res.
No, this is a first come, first served facility. Double sites are $26.00, singles are $13.00 and there is a $5.00 per day fee for your extra vehicle.
Upper O'Brien Campground
π Salmon River/Sunbeam Area
π 44.259300,-114.698877
β° 5,876 ft
Upper O'Brien Campground is located on the south side of the Salmon River between the mountains and the river. If you are interested in a hike, there is a trailhead on the same side of the river about a mile downstream. About half of the sites in Upper O'Brien Campground have river frontage. Just to the south, the White Cloud Mountains are waiting for you to visit. There is a beach on the east end of the campground with some calm water, but beware, the river can be dangerous in areas.
Amenities
Recreation
Fees & Reservations
Getting There
From Stanley, Idaho, take Hwy 75 east for 15.0 miles to Robinson Bar Rd. Turn right and cross the bridge and the campground is on the left.
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This information is accurate as of the date of the review.