Third Creek Group Site
Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Third Creek Group Campground is located just 12 miles northeast of Malad, Idaho, on the Weston Highway near Deep Creek Reservoir. Visitors enjoy exploring the local trail system and fishing at Deep Creek.
This group site can accommodate up to 125 people. A large picnic shelter, tables and grills are provided. There are 3 single vault toilets and potable water spigots. Weston Highway is paved and the one-mile stretch of road to the campground is a good gravel road with easy access for RVs and trailers.
Gate code is emailed in reservation confirmation email.
Need to Know
- Wildlife Caution
- Idaho OHV Safety Message
The group site gate code is included in the reservation confirmation email. Please call the Westside Ranger District at 208.236.7500 between the hours of 7:45 am and 4:30 pm Monday -Friday if you have any questions. The office is not open on weekends or Federal Holidays.
If interested in staying at the Third Creek Group Site during the non-peak season please contact the Westside Ranger District.
Any commercial event or activity where a participation fee is charged or the primary purpose is the sale of a good or service requires a special use permit. Please call the Westside Ranger District for more information if you are trying to host a commerical event or activity at Third Creek Group Site.
- This is a pack it in/pack it out site
No electricity, water or sewer hookups at this group site.
Horses and off-road vehicles are not allowed to be ridden within the campground.
- Click here for more info about the Caribou-Targhee National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Natural Features
The group site lies in an open, flat area in Weston Canyon at an approximate elevation of 5,000 feet. Pines and hardwoods are scattered around the edges of the campground, which receives snow through the winter.
Recreation
Third Creek Trailhead is adjacent to the campground, complete with hitching racks for horses. It accesses the Oxford Peak Trail System and is open to hikers, bikers, motorcyclists and off-road vehicle users as well.
Deep Creek Reservoir offers good trout, as well as boating and swimming opportunities.
Contact Information
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4350 CLIFFS DRIVE POCATELLO ID 83204
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 208-236-7500
Rental Options
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Driving Directions
From Malad, travel 3.5 miles north on I-15 to exit 17. Turn east onto Weston Highway and continue for 7 miles to Upper Deep Creek Reservoir. Turn left on Forest Road 231. Go one mile to Third Creek Group Site Campground.
