To reserve a campsite go online to www.recreation.gov. Non-reservable sites are first-come, first-served.   -- Make camping reservations during August weekdays -- Monday through Thursday -- and get 50 percent off at facilities near Dworshak Dam managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Dent Acres Campground, with 42 reservable campsites and eight first-come first served, is a good example of a top-quality experience. Open April 7- November 30 (weather permitting),  facilities include restrooms, showers, camping, group shelter, playground, day-use, picnicking, fishing, boat ramp and hiking trail. The campground is 20 miles north of Orofino, Idaho.

Info: Dworshak Natural Resources Management. Telephone:(208) 476-1261.    

Email: DworshakRecreation-NaturalResources@usace.army.mil. 

Other Corps recreational opportunities in the Walla Walla District:  www.nww.usace.army.mil/corpsoutdoors