Redfish Lake Recreation Complex campground
Redfish Lake Recreation Complex
The campground provides numerous amenities to enhance the camping experience. Campers have access to potable water, restrooms with flush toilets, and picnic tables. Additionally, there are fire rings and food storage lockers available to ensure a safe and enjoyable stay. Redfish Lake Recreation Complex also offers boat rentals, a camp store, and a restaurant for added convenience.
Reservations are accepted at this campground, making it easier for campers to secure a spot during peak seasons. It is advisable to make reservations in advance, especially if you plan to visit during the summer months when the campground tends to be busier.
The best time to visit Redfish Lake Recreation Complex is during the summer season, typically from June to September, when the weather is mild and the lake is ideal for swimming, fishing, and boating. The campground is also surrounded by stunning trails, making it a great destination for hiking and wildlife viewing.
While enjoying your camping experience, it's important to be cautious of wildlife, particularly bears. Campers are advised to store food properly and follow recommended safety procedures to minimize encounters with wildlife. It is also essential to be prepared for changing weather conditions, as thunderstorms can occur during the summer months.
Overall, Redfish Lake Recreation Complex offers a wonderful camping experience with its beautiful surroundings, various amenities, and recreational activities, providing campers with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Idaho's Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
What's on-site at Redfish Lake Recreation Complex
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 Redfish Lake Recreation Complex, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sockeye | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sockeye Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Mt. Heyburn Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Mount Heyburn | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Point | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Redfish Lake Recreation Complex -- 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 | → |
| Thompson Creek Nr Clayton Id | 39 cfs | → |
| Squaw Creek Bl Bruno Creek Nr Clayton Id | 73 cfs | → |
| Big Wood River Nr Ketchum Id | 296 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Redfish Lake Recreation Complex -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bench Lakes | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Stanley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fox Trail Ridge | 3.1 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Banner Summit | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Banner Summit | 3.7 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
Fishing spots
- Redfish Lake
- Yellowbelly Lake
- Stanley Lake
- Perkins Lake
- Alturas Lake And Pettit Lake Areas
- Sunbeam Dam
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Inlet Redfish Lake
- Western Boundary Line Of Section 34 To Redfish Lake
- Headwaters To Western Boundary Line Of Section 34
- Headwaters (Gold Creek To Stanley)
- Outlet Redfish Lake To Confluence With Salmon River
- Headwaters To Western Boundary Line Of Section 17
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 Redfish Lake Recreation Complex as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Redfish Lake Recreation Complex
Can I make reservations at Redfish Lake Recreation Complex?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Redfish Lake Recreation Complex?
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 Redfish Lake Recreation Complex.