Elk City, Idaho · Idaho County · Campground
Located on the bank of Newsome Creek, this campsite provides 1 solitary campsite for fishermen wishing to try their luck in Newsome Creek. The area to the east is closed to motor vehicles year round but existing roads make for great mountain biking. The site is equipped with a camp pad and a toilet.
Located on the bank of Newsome Creek, this campsite provides 1 solitary campsite for fishermen wishing to try their luck in Newsome Creek. The area to the east is closed to motor vehicles year round but existing roads make for great mountain biking. The site is equipped with a camp pad and a toilet.
From State Highway 14, turn north on Newsome Creek Road No. 1858 and travel approximately 2.2 miles to the campsite.
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