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Yellowjacket Lake Campground

Salmon National Forest · ID

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We display cached information from agency feeds. Hours, fees, permits, closures, fire restrictions, and conditions change without notice. Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Confirm current conditions for this campground using the links above before you go — you are responsible for compliance. Last verified by us: Jul 10, 2026. Spot an error in our data?

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8000-foot elevation. 7 campsites on Yellowjacket Lake, near the border of the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. Sugarloaf Rock provides a fascinating and stunning backdrop for the lake. Trails from the campground go throughout the Yellowjacket Mountains and into the wilderness. Nearby trailside attractions are Hoodoo Meadows, McEleny Peak, and Yellowjacket Creek. Most area trails, except those in the wilderness, are open to multiple use. Fishing in the lake or in Yellowjacket Creek. Carry-down access for non-motorized boats to the lake. FR 113 is narrow with few turnouts. Not recommended for long RVs or cars with trailers. Travel is slow, passing can be difficult, and backing may be necessary.The nearby Yellowjacket Guard Station is accessed from FR 112 and is a reservable rental cabin. There is a corral for horses, a group fire ring, the Beagle Creek Trail, a woodstove for heat, and a gas cook stove. For more information or to reserve the Guard Station please visit Recreation.gov and search Yellowjacket Guard Station.

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