Tower Rock Campground

Overview

The Lewis & Clark Expedition camped at the Tower Rock site, along the main Salmon River. Today, the site offers prime river access for floaters and steelhead and trout anglers. Camping and picnic sites are also available, and the area makes a great stopping point for scenic drivers.

Operator

BLM

Camping types

RV, Tent

Fee

From $5 per night (confirm with the operator)

Reservations

Reservable online

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Tower Rock Campground, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• CDT - Idaho & Montana SectionHike · 968.3 mi long · Long-distance trail · 9.5 mi from campShow on map
• CDT - Idaho & Montana SectionHike · 968.3 mi long · Long-distance trail · 9.5 mi from campShow on map
• CDT - Idaho & Montana SectionHike · 968.3 mi long · Long-distance trail · 9.5 mi from campShow on map
• Discovery Hill TrailheadTrailhead · 8.5 mi from campShow on map

Scenic sights

• Napoleon HillPeak · 7,408 ft · 5.3 mi from campShow on map
• Ajax PeakPeak · 9,934 ft · 8.2 mi from campShow on map
• Goldbug Hot SpringsHot spring · 28.1 mi from campShow on map

Climbing and snow sports

• Lost TrailSkiing and snowshoeing · 26.5 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.