Can you reserve a site at Chinook?

Yes, Chinook is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Chinook have?

10 sites in total, of which 8 can be booked.

Are pets allowed at Chinook?

Yes, pets are allowed at Chinook.

Are campfires allowed at Chinook?

Campfires are allowed at Chinook. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Chinook — 8 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Forested campground situated along the Secesh River at an elevation of 5,650'.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app ht tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Recreation

Local activities include fly fishing, mountain biking, and hiking. The Secesh River Trail #080 and Loon Lake Trail #081 both comprise a portion of the popular Loon Lake Loop and depart directly from the campground. The historic town of Warren as well as Burgdorf Hot Springs are within easy driving distance.

Facilities

Each of nine sites includes a picnic table, fire ring, and several are equipped for stock use. There is typically potable water available June - September. There are no hookups or trash receptacles. Please pack out your trash.

The facts

8 bookable sites
10 sites in total, including non-bookable
Up to 10 people per site
Loops: Chinook, S&P, Scan and Pay

Site types

8 Standard Nonelectric
2 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Pets allowed

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

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10 campsites at Chinook

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
10	Chinook	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	5	🐾
11	Chinook	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	5	🐾
2	Chinook	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	5	🐾
3	Chinook	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	5	🐾
6	Chinook	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	5	🐾
7	Chinook	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	5	🐾
8	Chinook	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	10	🐾
9	Chinook	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	10	🐾
Double	S&P	Management	—	—	—	—
Standard	Scan and Pay	Management	—	—	—	—

Getting there

From McCall, follow the Warren Wagon Road (21) north for 36 miles. Turn right at the Chinook Campground sign and follow Forest Road #378 for one mile to the campground.

45.21405, -115.80870 · 45°12'50.6"N 115°48'31.3"W

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Typical weather

Typically 79°F in Jul, down to 34°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	35	41	46	50	59	68	79	79	69	56	41	34
Low °F	7	7	17	20	27	34	37	35	30	23	16	9
Precip in	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Chinook

Can you reserve a site at Chinook?: Yes, Chinook is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Chinook have?: 10 sites in total, of which 8 can be booked.
Are pets allowed at Chinook?: Yes, pets are allowed at Chinook.
Are campfires allowed at Chinook?: Campfires are allowed at Chinook. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Chinook also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Chinook's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$10/night

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Chinook

Burgdorf Guard Station 6.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Burgdorf 6.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Jeanette 6.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Secesh Campground 10.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Ponderosa 10.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Upper Payette Lake Campground 12.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Lake Creek Camping Area 8.7 mi · Campground
Upper Payette Lake Camping Area 11.2 mi · Campground
Shiefer Campground 11.5 mi · Campground
Upper Payette Lake Group Campground 11.7 mi · Campground
33 Lake Camping Area 14.4 mi · Campground
Indian Point Camping Area 14.6 mi · Campground

Contact

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Chinook