Hammer Creek Recreation Site

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Overview

Hammer Creek Recreation site is a popular put-in spot for boating the Lower Salmon River via raft, kayak, jet boat or power boat. It has 12 campsites along the Lower Salmon River surrounded by semi-arid mountain peaks. Amenities include drinking water, accessible restrooms and a RV dump station. Other BLM recreation sites along this stretch of river are Island Bar, Lucile, Old Lucile, Shorts Bar, Slate Creek, Skookumchuck, White Bird, Hammer Creek and Pine Bar. Be sure to check those sites for more information and amenities for boat ramps or camping.

Adventure is at Your Fingertips

The BLM's popular Hammer Creek recreation site lies along the Lower Salmon River.
Hammer Creek Recreation Site along the Lower Salmon River

Phone

208-962-3245

Email

BLM_ID_CottonwoodOffice@blm.gov

Activities

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BOATING
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CAMPING
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FISHING
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WATER SPORTS
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PADDLING

Geographic Coordinates

45.760833, -116.326388

Directions

Approximately 2.7 miles from Highway 95, west of White Bird, Idaho along the Salmon River

Accessibility Description (ABA/ADA)

No

Fees

Camping is $10 per night per camper, plus $4 per additional vehicle not in tow per night. Camping only allowed at designated numbered campsites. Federal Interagency Access Pass provides for a 50% discount off of the campsite fee.