Chinook Campground

in Payette National Forest

The numbers that decide it

Longest rig
Not published
Sites
10
Electric hookups
No
Pull-through sites
Not published
Paved access
Not published
Accessible sites
Not published
Driveway grade
Not published
Bear boxes
Not published
Campfires
Yes
Shade
Not published
Group sites
2

Site-level detail from Recreation.gov, checked 2026-08-05. Where a field says “not published”, the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero. See it on Recreation.gov

Chinook Campground

Forested campground situated along the Secesh River at an elevation of 5,650’. Each of nine sites includes a picnic table, fire ring, and several are equipped for stock use. There is typically potable water available June - September. All sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Interagency Senior/Access Recreation Passes provide a 50% discount to single campsites only. There are no hookups or trash receptacles. Please pack out your trash. Local activities include fly fishing, mountain biking, and hiking. The Secesh River Trail #080 and Loon Lake Trail #081 both comprise a portion of the popular Loon Lake Loop and depart directly from the campground. The historic town of Warren as well as Burgdorf Hot Springs are within easy driving distance. Chinook Campground Recreation Opportunity Guide PDF

Before you go

Reservations

Sites are not reservable.

Fees

$10/night

Scenic drives that pass close

Make it a night on a better road

Byway plans the drive in — real stops, real weather, nothing invented.