Idaho Camping Areas
Warm Lake Camping Area is located in Valley County, Idaho, and is surrounded by stunning views of the Payette National Forest. The campground boasts 18 campsites, each with access to picnic tables and fire rings. The campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so visitors should arrive early to secure their spot.
There are several points of interest near the camping area, including the historic Warm Lake Lodge, which offers restaurant service and cabin rentals. Additionally, visitors can explore the nearby Warm Lake Springs and hike the scenic trails of the surrounding forests.
Campground amenities include potable water, vault toilets, and a boat launch for those interested in fishing or boating on the lake. Visitors should be aware that there is no cell service at the campground, so it's an excellent spot for a technology-free getaway.
An interesting fact about the area is that Warm Lake is fed by hot springs, which is why it maintains a pleasant temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit year-round.
The best time to visit Warm Lake is during the summer months, from June to September, when temperatures average between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and drop to the mid-40s at night. However, visitors should be prepared for afternoon thunderstorms during this time of year. Get driving directions.
Warm Lake
Warm Lake Camping Area is located in Valley County, Idaho, and is surrounded by stunning views of the Payette National Forest. The campground boasts 18 campsites, each with access to picnic tables and fire rings. The campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so visitors should arrive early to secure their spot.
There are several points of interest near the camping area, including the historic Warm Lake Lodge, which offers restaurant service and cabin rentals. Additionally, visitors can explore the nearby Warm Lake Springs and hike the scenic trails of the surrounding forests.
Campground amenities include potable water, vault toilets, and a boat launch for those interested in fishing or boating on the lake. Visitors should be aware that there is no cell service at the campground, so it's an excellent spot for a technology-free getaway.
An interesting fact about the area is that Warm Lake is fed by hot springs, which is why it maintains a pleasant temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit year-round.
The best time to visit Warm Lake is during the summer months, from June to September, when temperatures average between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and drop to the mid-40s at night. However, visitors should be prepared for afternoon thunderstorms during this time of year. Get driving directions.
Weather Forecast
Nearby Parks
Fishing Destinations
Area Streamflow Levels
Gauge | Streamflow |
---|---|
Efsf Salmon R Abv Sugar Crk Nr Stibnite
USGS 13311250 |
12 cfs |
Ef Of Sf Salmon River At Stibnite Id
USGS 13311000 |
11 cfs |
Lake Fork Payette River Ab Jumbo Cr Nr Mccall Id
USGS 13240000 |
12 cfs |
Meadow Creek Nr Stibnite
USGS 13310850 |
2 cfs |
Sf Salmon River Nr Krassel Ranger Station Id
USGS 13310700 |
367 cfs |
Nf Payette River At Mccall Id
USGS 13239000 |
179 cfs |
Efsf Salmon R Abv Meadow Crk Nr Stibnite
USGS 13310800 |
3 cfs |
Nearby Campgrounds
Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Poverty Flat | 13 | 4,195 ft | |||
Shoreline | 31 | 5,278 ft | |||
South Fork Salmon River | 14 | 5,182 ft | |||
Silver Creek | 5 | 4,605 ft | |||
Buck Mountain | 4 | 6,586 ft | |||
Homers | 10 | 5,328 ft | |||
Buckhorn | 20 | 3,924 ft | |||
Picnic Point | 8 | 5,309 ft | |||
Deer Flat | 5 | 6,214 ft | |||
Pen Basin | 6 | 6,696 ft | |||
Warm Lake | 12 | 5,343 ft | |||
Four Mile | 7 | 4,210 ft | |||
Barneys | 6 | 5,329 ft |