No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Johnson Bar Group Site continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 13 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Sep 30, 2026): 4 open for online reservation · 9 reserved.
Where the open windows are
Load status
Sep 18 – Sep 30, 2026Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 3 fall on weekdays and 1 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Sep 2026September holds the most room. 4 of 13 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 1 site| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Availability
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 001 | 4 |
This site currently has 4 site-nights available.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotThe next bookable night is Sep 27. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
Multi-night stays. 1 2-night, 1 3-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 27 at site 001.
All 1 site with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Not recorded | None | 4 | 4 nights | Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
About Johnson Bar Group Site
Overview
Johnson Bar Group Site is situated in a large, open field along the Selway River. The site is perfect for gatherings of up to 100 people, with room for tents and RVs. The site offers access to many recreational activities and sightseeing opportunities.
Recreation
The Selway River is a destination fly fishing experience for cutthroat and rainbow trout and is also well-known for whitewater rafting. Several trailheads for hiking and biking are accessible from Selway River Road and lead into the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness area. Johnson Bar offers beach and boating access.
Facilities
The accessible group site can accommodate a maximum of 100 people. It is equipped with a campfire circle, two smaller campfire rings, picnic tables and drinking water. Vault toilets are adjacent to the site, and groups of 25 or more are required to rent 1-3 portable toilets.
Individual campsites are located on either side of the group site on a first-come, first served basis.
Natural Features
In the heart of north central Idaho, rugged peaks, deep canyons, dense forests and remote wilderness comprise the Nez Perce National Forest. Due in large part to dramatic elevational differences, the forest supports a wide variety of vegetation, from cedar groves to desert ecosystems.
Johnson Bar is located in the Selway Wild and Scenic River Corridor, an area known for its rugged natural beauty and wildlife.
Nearby Attractions
An 11-mile sightseeing drive from Lowell to Selway Falls offers visitors opportunities to appreciate the pristine beauty of the Selway Wild and Scenic River and picturesque Selway Falls.
Johnson Bar is near the Fenn Ranger Station, which is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Getting there
Johnson Bar Group Site is located 4.5 miles east of Lowell, ID on Forest Road 223 (Selway River Road). The group site is between the paved road and the river.
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Johnson Bar Group Site?
Reservations for Johnson Bar Group Site are made through Recreation.gov. 4 of 13 tracked site-nights are currently open (30.8%). Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Johnson Bar Group Site?
1 three-night opening is showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 27 at site 001. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Johnson Bar Group Site?
September 2026, with 4 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 13.
When is the next open date at Johnson Bar Group Site?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Sun, Sep 27. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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