Riley Creek
Riley Creek Recreation Area, situated on the banks of the Pend Oreille River, is the largest recreation area for the Albeni Falls Project, but still offers visitors peace and quiet and plenty of space to enjoy the scenic surroundings.
Riley Creek is the largest campground at Albeni Falls, offering 67 campsites, all with electric and water hookups. Two large reservable picnic shelters are also available.
As long as all equipment fits on the site pad, Riley Creek allows for an unlimited amount of tents per site.
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 completing your reservation.
Campsites are by reservation only. There are no First Come, First Served sites.
No unlicensed motorized vehicles allowed, including side-by-sides, ATVs, etc.
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.
Campsites are for camping only. Reserving for day-use activities without intending to camp is prohibited.
Site Limits:
(a) 2 Motorized Vehicles
(b) 1 Camping unit (RV, motorhome, camper van, etc)
(c) 8 people
The Boat Basin is on a First come, First served basis. The Boat Basin is for registered campers only.
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 Laclede, Idaho offers gas and grocery services.
Recreation
Water sports are the most common activity at the lake, and boat ramps are provided at the campground. Visitors enjoy kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, water skiing and jet skiing. Campers are likely to spot wildlife in the area, with bald eagles, osprey, bears and most commonly, deer. A biking and hiking trail is available, giving campers a chance to enjoy the wildlife and greenery. Fishing piers, horseshoe pits, a beach volleyball court, basketball court and more make this campground an ideal place for family trips or groups of friends. A hiking and biking trail is accessible from the campground.
Contact Information
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2376 E HWY 2 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
From Highway 2 in Laclede, Idaho, turn south onto Riley Creek Road, then continue about 1 mile to the campground entrance.
Available Campsites
- Site 067, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 015, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 029, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 064, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 040, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 056, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 002, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 057, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 048, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 013, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 009, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 054, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 036, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 035, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 062, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 058, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 027, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 020, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site Eagle Shelter, Loop Group, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 037, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 026, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 041, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 044, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 010, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 042, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 005, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 003, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 024, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 065, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 007, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 043, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site Osprey Shelter, Loop Group, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 001, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 030, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 045, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 063, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 049, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 032, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 052, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 025, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 011, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 028, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 046, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 031, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 055, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 033, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 051, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 018, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 061, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 014, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 053, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 017, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 050, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 059, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 022, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 012, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 034, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 039, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 006, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 023, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 004, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 008, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 066, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 019, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 060, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 016, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 021, Loop NIGH, Type Standard Electric
- Site 047, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
- Site 038, Loop RAVE, Type Standard Electric
