About Big Bar Camping Area
Large dispersed camping area with no formal units. Tents and RVs are allowed; one vault toilet is provided, but potable water is unavailable.
Located near Council, Idaho, Big Bar Camping Area is a campground serving travelers and campers in the area. The nearest town is Council, a short drive away. United States Forest Service runs the campground.
Campers can expect restrooms, tents allowed, rvs allowed, and open all year, according to the latest available data. There is no fee to camp here. Listed season or hours: 24/7. Check www.fs.usda.gov/r04/payette/recreation/big-bar-camping-area for the latest availability, seasonal hours, and booking details.
Big Bar Camping Area is part of the camping landscape of the West, a region where elevation, season, and road conditions matter as much as amenities when choosing a campground. Many campgrounds close for the winter, especially public parks in the North. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your approach, and confirm site lengths if you are towing or driving a large rig.
Hookups & amenities
- Water hookups
- Drinking water
- Restrooms
- Tents allowed
- RVs allowed
- Open all year
Only amenities confirmed in our source data are listed. Missing items are unknown, not necessarily absent. Confirm with the park before booking.
Site details
- Fee
- Free
- Season / hours
- 24/7
Location & directions
GPS: 45.12848, -116.73845
Frequently asked questions
Where is Big Bar Camping Area located?⌄
Big Bar Camping Area is in the Council area of Idaho. Use the map on this page for the exact location.
Can I tent camp at Big Bar Camping Area?⌄
Yes, Big Bar Camping Area accepts tents as well as RVs.
Is Big Bar Camping Area free?⌄
Yes, Big Bar Camping Area is listed as a no-fee campground. Stay limits usually apply on public land, typically 14 days.
How do I book a site at Big Bar Camping Area?⌄
Reservations and current rates are available through the park's website, www.fs.usda.gov/r04/payette/recreation/big-bar-camping-area.
When is Big Bar Camping Area open?⌄
The listed season or hours are: 24/7. Seasonal parks can change their dates year to year, so confirm before you go.
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About this listing
This listing was compiled from OpenStreetMap and other public data and has not yet been verified by the park. If you own or manage Big Bar Camping Area, you can claim and update it for free.
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