Garden Creek Campground
Mackay, Idaho · 6,739 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
Wildfire 26 mi NE: Doublesprings, 1,779 acres, 90% contained
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 6,739 ft (2,054 m)6,739 ft2,054 m
- Land
- Challis Field Office
Bureau of Land Management
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About
This campground, located in an aspen grove, is along the Big Lost River and features scenic hiking and nature viewing opportunities for visitors. Travel 3.5 miles south to the border of the Challis National Forest to hike from the Deep Creek Trailhead or head about 15 miles north on ID-93 to the Whiskey Springs Wildlife Viewing Area to observe waterfowl in the Chilly Slough Wetlands Conservation Area. There are 5 first come, first served primitive campsites. This site has no potable water and limited cell service.
From BLM National Recreation Sites & Facilities and Recreation.gov · Edit
Good to know
- Stay limit: 14 Days
Cell service
Report signalFCC map: no coverage reported
- VerizonNo coverage on FCC map
- AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Garden Creek Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueMostly Sunny, 3% chance of rain48°27°
- WedSunny53°31°
- ThuSunny58°34°
- FriSunny63°34°
- SatSunny63°36°
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