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Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf)

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Parking
Pet Friendly

About Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf)

Elk Creek Pavilion offers visitors a little bit of everything. From scenic views and vistas, to attractive waterfalls and foliage, the pavilion provides a great place to host group events in the mountains of north central Idaho. Recreational opportunities abound in the area and a variety of services are located nearby. For groups greater than 50 people please call the Palouse Ranger District at (208) 875-1131 to make additional parking arrangements.

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2026 (Current year)

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Pet friendly
Parking and Transport

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Angie B

June 29, 2021

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We reserved this pavilion for a family reunion. We drove 52 people to this site and got there in the heat of the day expecting it to be a nice shady spot for our dinner and close to the reservoir for swimming. The pavilion was beautiful, but NOT ONE TABLE under it. There were a few picnic tables cemented to the ground outside the pavilion (in the sun), but nowhere to sit or set up dinner in the pavilion. The reservoir was about a mile (or more) away.

Location Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf)

Address:
1700 Highway 6
Potlatch, ID, 83855
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessed via State Road 8, which connects to the nearby town of Elk River.

Latitude & Longitude: 46.7919 / -116.173

Elevation: 864 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • There are multiple Elk Creek Campgrounds; this is in Clearwater County, Idaho
  • Extra Vehicles: One vehicle is included in your single campsite fee. Each additional vehicle will be charged a per day fee that is collected on site (cash or check only). Maximum two vehicles per site.
  • Stay Limit: The 14 day stay limit is strictly enforced. Camping for a period longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive day period is prohibited. If you have booked back-to-back reservations, you will be asked to cancel all days after the first 14.
  • Occupancy and Use: Each site allows 1 camper/RV, 1 vehicle (not including RV pulling vehicle), 1 tent and maximum 8 people per campsite.
  • Maximum Camper/RV size: The campground sites are designed to accommodate units up to 40 feet long.
  • All motorized equipment must be turned off and remain off until.
  • Pets: Pets are allowed provided they are kept on a leash and all animal waste is disposed of.
  • Garbage: The campground is a pack-in, pack-out facility.
  • Due to dry weather conditions in late summer, camping season may end early to prevent forest fires.
  • Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers.
  • This campground has first-come, first-served sites.
  • Click here for more information on the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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