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Ohara

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
O'Hara Sign

About Ohara

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.

Number of accommodations: 20

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 14 to Sep 17

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

20 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: OHAR
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (136)

What Guests Are Saying

O'Hara campground is praised for its beautiful setting and well-maintained spots, making it a favorite for many campers over the years. While some visitors encountered issues with camp hosts and the lack of a functioning water system, others reported positive interactions and enjoyed their stay. Overall, it remains a popular destination for outdoor activities, despite some areas needing maintenance.

Review Summary

3.8
136 reviews
5
39.7%
54
4
22.1%
30
3
20.6%
28
2
10.3%
14
1
7.4%
10

Tom K

Verified

August 18, 2024 Stayed at: 027, Loop: OHAR

3

This is the second year that the water system has not functioned. Also, there was some site maintenance that had not been done as per previous years, specifically mowing tall grasses for tents in site 27.

Tom K

Verified

August 18, 2024 Stayed at: 027, Loop: OHAR

3

This is the second year that the water system has not functioned. Also, there was some site maintenance that had not been done as per previous years, specifically mowing tall grasses for tents in site 27.

Daniel W

Verified

July 31, 2024 Stayed at: 014, Loop: OHAR

5

Beautiful place. Quiet. Our spot (14) was elevated so the water access had a steep bank. Shady. Plenty big spots, fairly level. Excellent experience. Would do again. Bridge over Selway is an experience.

Daniel W

Verified

July 31, 2024 Stayed at: 014, Loop: OHAR

5

Beautiful place. Quiet. Our spot (14) was elevated so the water access had a steep bank. Shady. Plenty big spots, fairly level. Excellent experience. Would do again. Bridge over Selway is an experience.

joetta k

Verified

July 21, 2024 Stayed at: 006, Loop: OHAR

4

Our family really enjoys our yearly family camp there

joetta k

Verified

July 21, 2024 Stayed at: 006, Loop: OHAR

4

Our family really enjoys our yearly family camp there

Bill M

Verified

August 21, 2023 Stayed at: 002, Loop: OHAR

3

Unfortunately there was no campground host as there has been previously so routine maintenance of the facility was somewhat neglected. The water system has been down now for going on two years and there doesn't seem to be much effort on the part of the Forest Service to address this...the same is true of the dump station at the Fenn Ranger Station. Not sure what's going on but it shouldn't be a funding issues as the Reinvent America act recently passed included lots of money for the Forest Service to address and remedy issues like this.. It's still a beautiful campground in a nice location. I hope there's a turn around in there near future

Sharon R

Verified

August 21, 2023 Stayed at: 027, Loop: OHAR

2

I have camped at Ohara Campground for 52 years. This is probably the worst I have ever seen this campground in. Garbage receptacles not emptied and overflowing to the point of being strewn all over the area. No water available at the campground and obviously no mention of that when the reservations were made. I was told by park rangers that this has been an issue for two years now. I did have reservations for this same campground in 2022, but because of a massive rockslide, was unable to camp last year and my reservation $$'s were returned. We have gone as a family outing as I said for 52 years. We returned this year as a family to honor my husband and childrens father as he passed just 4 years ago. If he were still alive he would have been very disappointed as we were. No camp host, seemes no one cares!!!!!!!

Bill M

Verified

August 21, 2023 Stayed at: 002, Loop: OHAR

3

Unfortunately there was no campground host as there has been previously so routine maintenance of the facility was somewhat neglected. The water system has been down now for going on two years and there doesn't seem to be much effort on the part of the Forest Service to address this...the same is true of the dump station at the Fenn Ranger Station. Not sure what's going on but it shouldn't be a funding issues as the Reinvent America act recently passed included lots of money for the Forest Service to address and remedy issues like this.. It's still a beautiful campground in a nice location. I hope there's a turn around in there near future

Sharon R

Verified

August 21, 2023 Stayed at: 027, Loop: OHAR

2

I have camped at Ohara Campground for 52 years. This is probably the worst I have ever seen this campground in. Garbage receptacles not emptied and overflowing to the point of being strewn all over the area. No water available at the campground and obviously no mention of that when the reservations were made. I was told by park rangers that this has been an issue for two years now. I did have reservations for this same campground in 2022, but because of a massive rockslide, was unable to camp last year and my reservation $$'s were returned. We have gone as a family outing as I said for 52 years. We returned this year as a family to honor my husband and childrens father as he passed just 4 years ago. If he were still alive he would have been very disappointed as we were. No camp host, seemes no one cares!!!!!!!

Location Ohara

Address:
Fenn Ranger Station, 831 Selway Rd
Kooskia, ID, 83539
United States

Highway access

The campground is located approximately 7 miles off U.S. Highway 12.

Latitude & Longitude: 46.0875 / -115.514

Elevation: 501 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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