Overview of Pink House Recreation Site.
The interpretive panels at Pink House Recreation Site.
View of the Clearwater River from the top of the concrete boat ramp.
An accessible RV site at Pink House Recreation Site.
Tent campsite at Pink House Recreation Site.

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
River Access River Access

About Pink House Recreation Site

Pink House Recreation Site is a large developed site located approximately 5 mi west of Orofino, ID. Nestled beside the Clearwater River at an elevation of 980 ft, the Pink House Recreation Site is surrounded by scenic views of semi-arid hillsides, and the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. Visitors come to this site from all over the country to enjoy camping, world class fishing, boating, tubing, swimming, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Lucky visitors may encounter a river otter swimming by or see eagles soaring above. The site is open year-round and a full-time Campground Host is present. Campers can opt to pay overnight camping fees at the site through the free, easy-to-use www.Recreation.gov mobile app using the ‘scan and pay’ option. Selecting a camping site at Pink House Recreation Site will remain first-come, first-served; they will not be reservable in advance through Recreation.gov. 

Activities & Attractions

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Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer
Tubing

Tubing

Spring Summer Fall

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
River Access River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Reviews (13)

What Guests Are Saying

Pink House Recreation Site is a hidden gem offering full hookups for just $18 per night, with river access and a lovely beach area. Camp hosts are friendly and accommodating, ensuring a peaceful environment, while the campground and facilities are consistently clean and well-maintained. Visitors recommend enjoying the scenic fall colors and suggest checking out the nearby Dworshak Dam for an interesting tour.

Review Summary

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Rodney L

November 7, 2022

5

Quiet and clean.

Rodney L

November 7, 2022

5

Quiet and clean.

Shaun M

November 14, 2022

5

Jim is a very friendly host! Campsites were clean and in good working order. Bathrooms were also clean. I would definitely stay here again!

Shaun M

November 14, 2022

5

Jim is a very friendly host! Campsites were clean and in good working order. Bathrooms were also clean. I would definitely stay here again!

Jonika B

June 2, 2025

5

This campground was great! Hosts were super friendly and helpful. Area was clean and well maintained. We had a great stay!

Jonika B

June 2, 2025

5

This campground was great! Hosts were super friendly and helpful. Area was clean and well maintained. We had a great stay!

Brenda D

November 9, 2025

5

We have drove by this site many times. It always looks so nice and by the river too. We thought for us camping in the fall would be best for us, the temps would be much cooler. It was perfect getaway for our last trip out for the year. The hosts were friendly and were seen about. Fall weekend with all the colors was just what we needed. Plus it was luxurious having water, electric and sewer.

Brenda D

November 9, 2025

5

We have drove by this site many times. It always looks so nice and by the river too. We thought for us camping in the fall would be best for us, the temps would be much cooler. It was perfect getaway for our last trip out for the year. The hosts were friendly and were seen about. Fall weekend with all the colors was just what we needed. Plus it was luxurious having water, electric and sewer.

Tony B

March 8, 2026

4

The camp host was a very nice couple even though I miss counted days and I thought my 14th day was my 13th the gentleman must have known by the hours I was in and out I work at night and he didn’t disturb me he simply left a little note on my pickup and informed me it was my moving day so I did just as he ask because I appreciate that he didn’t disturb the little sleep I do get. Every camp site was clean and the camper’s were friendly and the bathrooms were very clean and fresh smelling an exceptional job in the restrooms.

Tony B

March 8, 2026

4

The camp host was a very nice couple even though I miss counted days and I thought my 14th day was my 13th the gentleman must have known by the hours I was in and out I work at night and he didn’t disturb me he simply left a little note on my pickup and informed me it was my moving day so I did just as he ask because I appreciate that he didn’t disturb the little sleep I do get. Every camp site was clean and the camper’s were friendly and the bathrooms were very clean and fresh smelling an exceptional job in the restrooms.

Location & Directions for Pink House Recreation Site

91 Pink House Road, Orofino, ID 83544 United States

Elevation: 300 ft

Nearest town

Orofino, ID - 5.2 mi

About 7 min to downtown

Highway access

Pink House Recreation Site is located along Highway 12, providing direct access to this state highway. The nearest major road access is through U.S. Highway 12, which connects to other regional routes.

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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