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Site 05 — Poverty Flat

Poverty Flat · Idaho · Loop Poverty Flat

Campsite 05 at Poverty Flat in Idaho. WALK TO site. Electric (N/A) available. Maximum 5 people per site. First-come, first-served — no reservation needed.

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44.82467, -115.70244

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Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People: 5
Min Num of People: 1
Capacity/Size Rating: Single
Pets Allowed: Yes

How Site 05 Compares

One of 9 sites at Poverty Flat — 8 of them in the Poverty Flat loop.

Other sites in the Poverty Flat loop

Site 03WALK TO · First-come, first-served Site 07STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served Site 06STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served Site 01STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served Site 02WALK TO · First-come, first-served Site 04WALK TO · First-come, first-served

Photos from Poverty Flat

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Poverty Flat Campsite overlooking the South Fork Salmon River. — USFS

Poverty Flat campsite in a forested setting with picnic table and fire pit. — USFS

Campsite in forest clearing with picnic table and fire ring. — USFS

Booking Tips for Site 05

First-come first-served: arrive early, especially Friday afternoons in peak season
Have a backup: sites can fill up — know your second choice nearby
Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
Check-in/out: 2:00 PM / 11:00 AM
Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite 05?

No — this site is first-come, first-served. Arrive early during peak season.

How many people can stay at site 05?

Maximum occupancy is 5 people.

What hookups does site 05 have?

Available hookups: electric (N/A).

Are pets allowed at site 05?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 11:00 AM.