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Priest River Campground

Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho

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As of October 2026, Priest River Campground is a campground in Idaho with 21 campsites. Priest River Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Priest River Campground is located at 48.1792° N, 116.8922° W.

people allowed on 20 of 21 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 50

Priest River Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum stay: 14 nights
Maximum per transaction: 1 reservations per transaction
Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Priest River Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Priest River Campground

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Standard 20
Group 1

What an RV fits

20 ft1 site
25 ft1 site
30 ft1 site
40 ft3 sites
42 ft1 site
45 ft13 sites

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Priest River Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
Priest River Shelter	Group	Group	50	-
001	PRIV	Standard	8	40 ft
002	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
003	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
004	PRIV	Standard	8	20 ft
005	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
006	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
007	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
008	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
009	PRIV	Standard	8	25 ft
010	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
011	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
012	PRIV	Standard	8	40 ft
013	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
014	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
015	PRIV	Standard	8	30 ft
016	PRIV	Standard	8	40 ft
017	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
018	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft
019	PRIV	Standard	8	42 ft
020	PRIV	Standard	8	45 ft

About Priest River Campground

Overview

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.

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.

Facilities

Priest River Campground offers 20 campsites with amenities such as flush toilets and hot showers.

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.

Rules and notices at Priest River Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Priest River Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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)

(d) 8 people

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Priest River Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Priest River Campground?

Priest River Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 21 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Priest River Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Priest River Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Priest River Campground have?

Priest River Campground has 21 campsites.

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