U.S. Forest Service · Middle Fork Clearwater, Idaho Wild and Scenic River · ID

Ohara

Nez Perce-Clearwater National ForestPhoto · Share the Experience, Stephen Tamm
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
32Sites
45 ftMax rig

The place

O'Hara Campground sits along the Selway River amid lush vegetation and old cedar trees. This is the largest campground on the Selway, with 32 sites, and makes a great base for exploring all the recreational activities and attractions in the area. *Water is currently unavailable at this campground as it is under maintenence for the 2024 season. Water and dump station can be found at Cedar Flats, 1.5 miles from campground on Selway Road. Recreation The Selway River is a destination fly fishing experience for cutthroat and rainbow trout and is also well-known for whitewater rafting. Keep reading

Several trailheads for hiking and biking can be accessed from Selway River Road and lead into the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness area. Facilities The campground offers single-family sites, many of which are accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and paved parking spur. Vault toilets, drinking water and bear-resistant dumpsters are provided. Natural Features In the heart of north central Idaho, rugged peaks, deep canyons, dense forests and remote wilderness comprise the Nez Perce National Forest. Due in large part to dramatic elevational differences, the forest supports a wide variety of vegetation, from cedar groves to desert ecosystems. O'Hara is located in the Selway Wild and Scenic River Corridor, an area known for its rugged natural beauty and wildlife. Nearby Attractions An 11 mile sightseeing drive from Lowell to Selway Falls offers visitors opportunities to appreciate the pristine beauty of the Selway Wild and Scenic River and picturesque Selway Falls. O'Hara is near the Fenn Ranger Station, which is on the National Register of Historic Places.

The sites · 32

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
AREA OHARA029management45 ft
OHAR001standard nonelectric45 ft
OHAR002standard nonelectric45 ft
OHAR003standard nonelectric45 ft
OHAR004standard nonelectric45 ft
OHAR005standard nonelectric40 ft
OHAR006standard nonelectric35 ft
OHAR007standard nonelectric45 ft
OHAR008standard nonelectric30 ft
OHAR009standard nonelectric30 ft
OHAR010standard nonelectric35 ft
OHAR011standard nonelectric30 ft
OHAR012standard nonelectric40 ftyes
OHAR013standard nonelectric25 ft
OHAR014standard nonelectric45 ft
OHAR015standard nonelectric35 ft
OHAR016standard nonelectric30 ft
OHAR017standard nonelectric45 ftyes
OHAR018standard nonelectric30 ft
OHAR019standard nonelectric30 ft
OHAR020standard nonelectric30 ftyes
OHAR021standard nonelectric35 ft
OHAR022standard nonelectric35 ft
OHAR023standard nonelectric35 ft
OHAR024standard nonelectric30 ft
OHAR025standard nonelectric45 ftyes
OHAR026standard nonelectric45 ft
OHAR027standard nonelectric45 ftyes
OHAR028-HOSTstandard nonelectric45 ftyes
OHAR030standard nonelectric40 ftyes
OHAR031standard nonelectric45 ftyes
OHAR032standard nonelectric40 ft

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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This campground sits in ID-01. This member’s public-lands record →

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