Priest River
Priest River Campground is situated on the banks of Priest River, shaded by firs, cedars and pines, just upstream from the confluence of the Pend Oreille River.
Priest River Campground offers 20 campsites with amenities such as flush toilets and hot showers.
Need to Know
Group shelter reservations: You are responsible for following all regulations posted under the "Need to Know" and "Site Details" sections for each respective shelter. Please read these sections before making a reservation.
Campsites are by reservation only. There are no First Come, First Served sites.
- Campground is nearby Highway 2 and is subject to road noise.
No unlicensed motorized vehicles allowed, including side-by-sides, ATVs, etc.
- Campsites are for camping only. Reserving for day-use activities without intending to camp is prohibited.
All camping equipment must be located on the campsite impact areas, or if undefined, located 10-15ft from the fire ring and off all vegetation.
Site Limits:
(a) 2 Motorized Vehicles
(b) 1 Camping unit (RV, motorhome, camper van, etc)
(c) 2 tents
(d) 8 people
Natural Features
Albeni Falls Dam was built in 1955 for flood control and power production on the Pend Oreille River. Today, the popular lake has the added benefit of providing visitors with countless year-round recreational activities.
Lake Pend Oreille is surrounded by scenic mountains and is one of the largest and deepest natural lakes in the western United States, plunging to depths of more than 1,200 ft. in some areas.
Behind the dam, the Pend Oreille River stretches 65 miles through a glacial-carved valley that separates three mountain ranges.
Nearby Attractions
The Albeni Falls Visitor Center features exhibits on the history of the dam and the natural features of the area. Tours of the dam are given daily during the summer.
The nearby town of Priest River, Idaho, offers gas and grocery services.
Recreation
Water activities are popular at the campground including kayaking, fishing and swimming. The day-use area includes a picnic shelter, playground, softball field, swim beach, boat ramp and a large grassy area for family fun . Adjacent to the campground is the Priest River Wildlife area, offering excellent fishing as well as birding. Wildlife in the area includes bald eagles, osprey, a wide variety of birds, and deer.
Contact Information
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2376 E HWY2 OLDTOWN ID 83822-9243
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 208-437-3133
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Priest River Recreation Area is 1 mile east of the town of Priest River on Highway 2. After the river it will be the first road on the right. The park is also known as the "Mudhole."
Available Campsites
- Site Priest River Shelter, Loop Group, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 018, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop PRIV, Type Standard Nonelectric
