Challis, ID

Garden Creek Campground

Walk-up only

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Availability

Each day shows how many of this campground’s sites are open.

About this spot

This campground, located in an aspen grove, is along the Big Lost River and features scenic hiking and nature viewing opportunities for visitors. Travel 3.5 miles south to the border of the Challis National Forest to hike from the Deep Creek Trailhead or head about 15 miles north on ID-93 to the Whiskey Springs Wildlife Viewing Area to observe waterfowl in the Chilly Slough Wetlands Conservation Area. There are 5 first come, first served primitive campsites. This site has no potable water and limited cell service.

Typical weather

Big Lost River

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Big Lost River, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.34°JJanuary: average water temperature 34°F34°FFebruary: average water temperature 34°F38°MMarch: average water temperature 38°F42°AApril: average water temperature 42°F43°MMay: average water temperature 43°F47°JJune: average water temperature 47°F59°JJuly: average water temperature 59°F54°AAugust: average water temperature 54°F47°SSeptember: average water temperature 47°F40°OOctober: average water temperature 40°F37°NNovember: average water temperature 37°F34°DDecember: average water temperature 34°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 29 field-sample stations

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