Bonanza CCC Group Campground

About this site

Overview Bonanza CCC Group Campground is located nine miles up the scenic and historic Yankee Fork drainage. It is approximately 23 miles from Stanley, Idaho, at an elevation of 6,500 feet. Recreation The Yankee Fork provides good fishing for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout and whitefish. Many miles of trails crisscross the area, including the West Fork of Yankee Fork, Crimson Lake Trail and Lightning Creek Trail. Trailheads for each are not far from the campground. Facilities The Yankee Fork provides good fishing for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout and whitefish. Many miles of trails crisscross the area, including the West Fork of Yankee Fork, Crimson Lake Trail and Lightning Creek Trail. Trailheads for each are not far from the campground. Natural Features Bonanza is situated in a beautiful valley near the Yankee Fork of the Salmon River. Lodgepole pines are scattered throughout the campground, providing limited shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant in the area. Nearby Attractions Yankee Fork has a rich history, all of which is easily accessed from the campground. Within a mile is the ghost town of Bonanza and two miles further is the ghost town of Custer. Bonanza, Boot Hill and Custer cemeteries are in the vicinity. The Yankee Fork Gold Dredge towers over the stream near Custer. Interpretive tours of the structure are offered from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Sunbeam Dam site is nine miles down the canyon. Information about the only dam ever built on the Salmon River are provided at the river's edge. Additional Info: This is a group-only campground available by reservation from Memorial Day through Labor Day. It features 13 camp spurs each with parking pad, picnic table, and campfire ring, plus a central group area with two large fire rings, grey water sink, and picnic tables. Vault toilets, potable water, and trash service are provided. No electricity or hookups. Accommodates up to 40 vehicles without trailers or 20 with trailers. Pets are allowed.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

45 feet

Contact

• 208-879-4100
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234275

Location

44.369444, -114.723611