Powell Campground

📌 Lochsa River 📍 46.511872,-114.721520 ⛰ 3,401 ft

Powell Campground is on the upper end of the Lochsa River. The campground area is heavily forested and fairly level with mountains all around. The Lolo Pass is up the road to the east. The campground is deep in the Bitterroot Mountains. However, the elevation is only about 3800 feet.

Amenities

Campsites

The campground is divided into loop A and B. Loop A has electricity available while loop B does not. Loop B has 10 tent / RV camping sites with the river only a short distance to the south and a large meadow with the picnic area to the north. Some of the sites are secluded, but others are closely bunched together. Site 10 has extra parking, 3 picnic tables, 2 fire rings and a couple barbecue stands as well as a big fire ring surrounded by benches. Loop B has 24 RV camping sites with paved driveways and electrical hook ups. Attractions: There are many reasons to visit here. Fishing in the Lochsa and Crooked Rivers, the Lolo Pass Visitor Center, Lochsa Historic Ranger Station, Selway - Bitterroot Wilderness Area, Jerry Johnson and Weir Hot Springs, or hiking the many trails in the area.

Water

Powell Campground has its own pressurized water system. We did not taste the water as it was being tested at the time we visited.

Restroom

The "Comfort Station" located between the loops has flushing toilets. There is also a vault style outhouse at the far ends of both A and B loops. All were clean and well maintained. They weren't perfect, but it was very wet when we were there.

Pets

On a leash only and you need to pick up after them.

Handicap Access

Yes, the campground is handicap accessible.

RV Dump Site

The nearest free dumping station is at the Wilderness Gateway Campground.

Phone Service

There is no pay phone available in the campground, however, there is a phone available at the Lochsa Lodge at the campground entrance.

Garbage Services

Yes, in bearwise dumpsters.

Recreation

Fishing

Fishing in the Lochsa River, Crooked River and White Sands Creek is available. Salmon, steelhead and trout are caught here. Check your regulations.

Boating

There are no boating facilities at Powell Campground.

Recreation

There are many reasons to visit here. Fishing in the Lochsa and Crooked Rivers, the Lolo Pass Visitor Center, Lochsa Historic Ranger Station, Selway - Bitterroot Wilderness Area, Jerry Johnson and Weir Hot Springs, or hiking the many trails in the area.

Wildlife

There are deer, elk, moose, bear, many birds and an abundance of squirrels. Use caution with your food and garbage so as not to attract unwanted attention from bears.

Fees & Reservations

Fee Schedule

Fees in Loop B are $8.00 plus $2.00 for your extra vehicle. The extra large site,# 10, is the same price. The sites are $15.00 plus $2.00 for your extra vehicle in Loop A because Loop A offers electrical hookups that are up to 50 amps.

Reservations

To reserve your site, go to recreation.gov or call 1(877)444-6777. Only one site in Loop B is not reservable while 8 sites in Loop A are on a first come first served basis.

Fees & Res.

To reserve your site, go to recreation.gov or call 1(877)444-6777. Only one site in Loop B is not reservable while 8 sites in Loop A are on a first come first served basis. Fees in Loop B are $8.00 plus $2.00 for your extra vehicle. The extra large site,# 10, is the same price. The sites are $15.00 plus $2.00 for your extra vehicle in Loop A because Loop A offers electrical hookups that are up to 50 amps.

Getting There

This campground is way out in the sticks which is the way we like it. Powell Campground is 162 miles east of Lewiston, Idaho, on US Hwy 12 and 60 miles southwest of Missoula, MT.

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