Huckleberry Campground

How does a riverside retreat defined by tranquility, adventure, and accessibility sound? Huckleberry Campground, located along the picturesque St. Joe River near Calder, Idaho, offers an idyllic mix of natural beauty, recreation, and essential amenities. This campground defies the notion of remote roughing-it by blending serene forest surroundings with user-friendly features like paved parking, potable water, and electricity at most sites.

Huckleberry Campground boasts 33 well-equipped campsites, including three group areas designed for larger gatherings. Visitors can enjoy spacious plots under a canopy of trees, complete with picnic tables, fire rings, and nearby concrete vault toilets. The St. Joe River serves as the heart of the campground’s recreational appeal, providing opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and floating, while its banks create a peaceful atmosphere for unwinding. Additionally, the campground features an undeveloped boat ramp for easy water access and serves as a gateway to extensive US Forest Service roads for off-roading adventures.

Situated just 29 miles east of St. Maries along St. Joe River Road, the campground is an excellent base for enjoying the surrounding natural splendor of Idaho’s forested mountains. The nearby town of St. Maries offers charming small-town amenities like coffee shops and bookstores, all less than a 30-minute drive away. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, an extended vacation, or a convenient stopover, Huckleberry Campground promises a memorable riverside retreat with plenty of outdoor activities.