Emerald Creek Campground

26 reviews

Clarkia, ID 83812, USA

Emerald Creek Campground Introduce

Welcome to Emerald Creek Campground, a part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, located in the vicinity of Clarkia, Idaho. This campground offers a pleasant environment with several amenities for a comfortable camping experience.

Environment: Emerald Creek Campground is situated in a beautiful area and offers nice grounds with plenty of shade. While the campground is named for Emerald Creek, it is important to note that the camping area itself is not directly on the creek; access to the creek requires a drive. One reviewer mentioned a campsite located next to a small stream containing some garnet sand.

Services & Features: Emerald Creek Campground provides the following amenities:

Several restrooms equipped with toilets and toilet paper, although there is no running water available in the restrooms.
Each campsite is equipped with a table, a fire pit, and a BBQ grill for cooking and convenience.
The campground generally has a good number of available spots.
Many campsites offer ample shade, making it a comfortable option during warmer weather.
Some sites are located near small streams.

Customer Highlights: Guests have described the grounds as "nice" and the area as "beautiful." The presence of a table, fire pit, and BBQ grill at each site is appreciated. However, it is important to be aware that insects, particularly mosquitoes in the middle of July and yellowjackets attracted to food, can be quite prevalent and worse compared to other nearby camping locations. Therefore, bringing insect repellent is highly recommended. While the name suggests proximity to Emerald Creek, access to the creek requires driving from the campground. Campers have found good spots for tents with plenty of shade.

Promotional Information: Emerald Creek Campground offers a shaded camping experience with essential amenities like fire pits and BBQ grills in a beautiful setting near Clarkia, Idaho. Please be advised that the restrooms do not have running water, and insects can be a significant issue, especially during warmer months. Remember to bring adequate insect protection. For information on reservations, fees, and specific site details, please consult local camping resources or contact the relevant authorities for the Clarkia area, possibly using the provided address for general inquiries.

Location: Emerald Creek Campground is located in Clarkia, ID 83812. The specific address within Clarkia is not provided, so please refer to local maps or camping guides for precise directions.

Location

Idaho Shoshone County Clarkia

Customer Reviews

4.0

26 reviews

Jay Clouser

Jun 17, 2024

Nice grounds. Several bathrooms, toilets with TP no running water. Quite a few available spots, mine was right next to a little stream that had some garnet sand. The table, fire pit, & bbq grill are nice. Beautiful area!

Jul 26, 2024

Mosquitos were really bad in the middle of July. Made some soup and the yellowjackets came by. So the insects were much worse here compared to a different camping spot we stayed at several dozen miles away around the same time. This one is named for a creek but the campground is not on a creek, you have to drive to it. Had a good spot for the tent though and lots of shade.

Crystal Eagle

Jul 14, 2024

I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. Yes, it was beautiful scenery, but the mosquitos will absolutely eat you alive. Doesn't matter if you have mosquito spray and a fire. Will definitely NOT go back!

Joseph Hefley

Aug 06, 2018

Not a bad campground near the Emerald Creek Garnet Area. Had a few campsites and a toilet. So it's not too primitive. Wildlife all around. Make sure you check your site for bees prior to committing to which site you take. $15 per night when we went there. Small garnets in the creek right by the site if you brought some sifting equipment .

Patricia Norcom

Aug 25, 2017

Exceptionally remote with excellent gravel roads into the park area. Camping area has a paved loop easy to maneuver our 22' TT. About a dozen camp spots, all but one are back-in. Tent areas. Can accommodate sliders on one side and trailers under 26 or so feet. The only pull thru can accommodate more closeouts and longer rigs, but being first come first served it make be occupied. Very private spots with deep forest all around. Exceptionally well maintained, each spot Has a good-sized sturdy BBQ grill, fire pit, large picnic table. Fairly flat parking with minimal leveling needed. If parking in the first few spots there's minor logging truck noise thru the trees from the gravel road below but no dust. Has a hand pumped well for water and pit toilets. Nearby small creek has purple-tinted sand that is actually millions of tiny garnets. Watch for open range cows by the roadway.