Dam View Camping Area

Campground · Idaho · 6 bookable sites ·

Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers

6
Bookable sites
25 ft
Max rig length
up to 6
People per site

Overview

Dam View Camping Area is a primitive six site campground near Dworshak Reservoir. Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers the three upper sites have grassy areas with gravel parking primarily for tenting and smaller campers ( less than 26 feet). The three lower sites are paved and primarily for larger ( greater than 26 feet, Less than 35 feet) RVs. One CXT bathroom and two water sources are available for campers only. 1.4 miles down Viewpoint Rd is Big Eddy Recreation Area and Boat Ramp. 0.8 miles down A Road is Dworshak Visitor Center.

Nearby Attractions

Dworshak Dam Visitor Center

Big Eddy Recreation Area

The facts

  • 6 bookable sites
  • Vehicles up to 25 ft
  • Up to 6 people per site
  • Loops: Dam View

Site types

  • 3 RV Nonelectric
  • 3 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Pets allowed
  • Water hookups — not available
  • Sewer hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, shade.

Book on Recreation.gov

6 campsites at Dam View Camping Area

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
1Dam ViewTent Only Nonelectric———6 🐾
2Dam ViewTent Only Nonelectric——25 ft6 🐾
3Dam ViewTent Only Nonelectric———6 🐾
4Dam ViewRv Nonelectric———6 🐾
5Dam ViewRv Nonelectric———6 🐾
6Dam ViewRv Nonelectric———6 🐾

Getting there

From HWY 12. Cross the bridge at Orofino and turn left onto Hwy 7. Travel 4.5 miles to Viewpoint Rd and turn right. Continue on Viewpoint Rd for 2.2 miles. Dam View Camping Area is on the right.

Fees and stay limits

$15.00/night. Pay via QR code posted at Campground.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Common questions about Dam View Camping Area

Can you reserve a site at Dam View Camping Area?
Yes, Dam View Camping Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Dam View Camping Area have?
6 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Dam View Camping Area?
25 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Dam View Camping Area?
Yes, pets are allowed at Dam View Camping Area.
Does Dam View Camping Area have hookups?
No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Dam View Camping Area?
Campfires are allowed at Dam View Camping Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-14.

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