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Thatcher Campground

in Salmon-Challis National Forest

The numbers that decide it

Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.

Site-level RV detail confirmed against Recreation.gov. Where a field says "not published," the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.

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Checked 2026-08-05

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Official Forest Service page

Thatcher Campground

This campground is just off Highway 21, and tucked back into the trees, overlooking beautiful Capehorn meadows. Walk across the street to overlook a marshy wetland, a hangout for breakfasting moose, elk, and a variety of birds. Each of the 5 sites is equipped with picnic tables and fire rings with cooking grills. The campground accommodates trailers and motorhomes up to 32 feet and has vault toilets and hand pumps for drinking water. No full hookups.

Before you go

Season

5/25

Reservations

Reservations accepted

Fees

$10/Night for single unit

Restrictions

32 foot RV length

Scenic drives that pass close

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