Big Elk Campground
Irwin, Idaho · 5,646 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 5,646 ft (1,721 m)5,646 ft1,721 m
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About
Big Elk Campground is situated along Big Elk Creek on a quiet arm of the beautiful Palisades Reservoir, just 55 miles east of Idaho Falls, Idaho. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the scenic Big Elk Creek Trail.
From USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at Big Elk Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedMostly Sunny, 1% chance of rain54°34°
- ThuSunny61°34°
- FriSunny64°37°
- SatSunny62°39°
- SunSunny61°40°
Nearby camping
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Big Elk
Public Land · 110 ft · Irwin
Big Elk Creek Campground
Dispersed · 390 ft · Irwin
Blowout Campground
Public Land · 2.6 mi · Alpine Northwest
3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
Data from USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, USFS INFRA Recreation Sites
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