Luby Bay

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Luby Bay Campground is located near both Lamb Creek and Priest Lake. The campground is densely wooded with nicely secluded sites, and is within easy access to many great views of the Selkirk Mountains.

Luby Bay has an upper and lower section. Upper Luby Campground has paved roads and gravel parking spurs. Lower Luby has paved parking spurs and the option of waterfront sites. Campground amenities include water hydrants, flush toilets and a dual-bay RV dump station (an additional fee is required for the dump station).

Lower Luby has a large day use area perfect for picnics and group functions. If you park to use day use area there is a parking fee of $8.00. If you walk from your campsite there is no fee to use the day use.

An amphiteather is located in the recreation area and regularly hosts interpretive programs.

Need to Know

• Extra Vehicles: One vehicle is included in your single campsite fee. Each additional vehicle will be charged a per day fee that is collected on site (cash or check only) if space is available in your site only. Additional parking may not be available. For double sites, 2 vehicles are included with your camping fee. Each additional vehicle will be charged a per day fee that is collected on site (cash or check only) if space is available in your site only.

• Your reserved site will be held until check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. If you haven't occupied it at any time during this period, your reservation is null and void and your site will be given to first come first serve campers. Your reservation will be a no show and no refund will be given.

• Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from the area after eating
• Maximum length for boats is 20 feet
• The 14 day stay limit is strictly enforced. Camping for a period longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive day period is prohibited. If you have booked back-to-back reservations, you will be asked to cancel all days after the first 14.
• Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
• Click here to learn more about the Idaho Panhandle National Forest

Natural Features

The campground sits at an elevation of 2,500 feet on the western shores of Priest Lake. Campsites are shaded by hemlock and cedar.

Priest Lake consists of the main lake where most water recreation takes place. To the north, the lake connects via a narrow channel with Upper Priest Lake.

Nearby Attractions

Off-road vehicle enthusiasts will find authorized trails like the Peewee Trail, Steep Creek Trail and John Wayne Trail. In winter, hundreds of miles of groomed trails beckon nordic skiers and snowmobile riders.

Recreation

Visitors enjoy kayaking, canoeing and power boating up the 3.5-mile thoroughfare that leads to the Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area. The upper lake cannot be accessed by car.

Fishing, swimming, birding and wildlife viewing are popular activities as well.

The Beach Trail #48 can be accessed from the campground. The 8-mile scenic excursion loops around the southern part of Priest Lake.

Contact Information

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5538 W LAKESHORE ROAD PRIEST RIVER ID 83856

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 435-245-6521

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

From I-90, east or west, turn at Post Falls, Idaho on Highway 41 going north to Newport, Washington. Take Highway 2 east to Priest River. At the junction of Highways 57 and 2, turn left at the stop light (there is only one in town) onto Highway 57. Go 28.5 miles to Lamb Creek Village. Turn right on Luby Bay Road. Go 1.5 miles to the stop sign. Turn left on W. Lake Shore Road and proceed 0.5 miles to the campground.

From Sandpoint, Idaho, take Highway 2 west 22 miles to Priest River. At the junction of Highways 57 and 2, turn right at stop light (there is only one in town) onto Highway 57. Go 28.5 miles to Lamb Creek Village. Turn right on Luby Bay Road. Go 1.5 miles to the stop sign. Turn left on W. Lake Shore Road and proceed 0.5 miles to the campground.

Available Campsites

• Site 046, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 043, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 014, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 017, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 010, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 011, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 053, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 009, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 052, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 038, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 044, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 040, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 021, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 025, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 020, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 051, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 050, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 016, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 036, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 049, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site XXX3, Loop AREA LUBY BAY, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 015, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 018, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 012, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 032, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 054, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 019, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 004, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 039, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 022, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 013, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 024, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 042, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 033, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 028, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 006, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site XXX1, Loop AREA LUBY BAY, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 007, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 031, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 002, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 005, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 037, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 030, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site XXX2, Loop AREA LUBY BAY, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 041, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 003, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 023, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 047, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 001, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 008, Loop LOWER LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 035, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 048, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 034, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 029, Loop UPPR LOOP, Type Standard Nonelectric

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