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McKay's Bend Recreation Area access

McKay's Bend Recreation Area offers developed access to the Clearwater River with 15 full-hookup RV sites, 3 tent sites, showers, flush toilets, and a day-use area with picnic tables and grills.

Located 18 miles east of Lewiston on Highway 12, this BLM-managed site provides a scenic riverside setting popular with anglers, with a maintained dirt road leading down to the river and reasonable cell service (T-Mobile 5G).

First-come, first-served camping is available year-round at $18/night for RVs and $10/night for tents, with senior discounts available.


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