Pettit Lake Campground campground
Pettit Lake Campground
Reservations are accepted at Pettit Lake Campground, allowing visitors to secure a spot in advance. This is particularly recommended during peak seasons when the campground tends to be busier. The best time to visit is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and swimming in the crystal-clear lake.
Camping at Pettit Lake Campground offers a unique opportunity to explore the surrounding natural beauty. The area is known for its incredible hiking trails, offering breathtaking views of the Sawtooth Mountains and pristine alpine lakes. Visitors should be cautious of potential wildlife encounters, as the campground is located in an area where bears and other wild animals reside. It is crucial to keep food stored properly and adhere to recommended safety guidelines.
Overall, Pettit Lake Campground provides a wonderful camping experience in a picturesque setting. With its amenities, reservation options, and stunning natural surroundings, it is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking tranquility and adventure in the state of Idaho.
What's on-site at Pettit Lake Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Pettit Lake Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pettit Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Alturas Tent Camping Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Smokey Bear | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Smokey Bear (Alturas) Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Smokey Bear Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Pettit Lake Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Creek At Stanley Id | 410 cfs | → |
| Salmon River Bl Yankee Fork Nr Clayton Id | 2,220 cfs | → |
| Yankee Fork Salmon River Nr Clayton Id | 728 cfs | → |
| Big Wood River Nr Ketchum Id | 296 cfs | → |
| Nf Big Wood River Nr Sawtooth Nra Hq Nr Ketchum Id | 149 cfs | → |
| Thompson Creek Nr Clayton Id | 39 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Pettit Lake Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bench Lakes | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Galena Summit | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Galena Summit | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Galena | 2.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Galena | 2.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Vienna Mine | 26.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Sawtooth
- Salmon-Challis National Forest
- Northwood City Park
- Guy Coles Skate Park
- Knob Hill Natural Area
- Ketchum Bike Park
Fishing spots
- Yellowbelly Lake
- Perkins Lake
- Alturas Lake And Pettit Lake Areas
- Redfish Lake
- Stanley Lake
- Sunbeam Dam
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Outlet Pettit Lake To Confluence With Alturas Lake Creek
- Headwaters To Inlet Pettit Lake
- Headwaters To Confluence With Alturas Lake Creek
- Outlet Alteras Lake To Confluence With Salmon River
- Sawtooth Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Salmon River
- Headwaters To Sawtooth Wilderness Boundary
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Pettit Lake Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pettit Lake Campground
Can I make reservations at Pettit Lake Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Pettit Lake Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Pettit Lake Campground.