Miner Lake Campground campground
Miner Lake Campground
Reservations are accepted at Miner Lake Campground, allowing campers to secure a spot in advance. This is especially beneficial during peak seasons when the campground tends to fill up quickly. It is advisable to make reservations to ensure a hassle-free camping experience.
The best time to visit Miner Lake Campground is during the summer months, from June to August. The weather is generally pleasant, offering ideal conditions for various outdoor activities like fishing, hiking, and wildlife observation. However, it is important to note that Montana experiences unpredictable weather, so checking the forecast before your trip is recommended.
While enjoying your time at Miner Lake Campground, keep in mind that wildlife is abundant in the area. It is crucial to store food properly to avoid attracting animals and to respect their natural habitat. Additionally, be cautious when hiking or exploring, as the terrain can be rugged and uneven in some areas. By being mindful of these factors, campers can fully enjoy all that Miner Lake Campground has to offer.
What's on-site at Miner 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 Miner Lake Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miner Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| North Van Houten Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| South Van Houten Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Van Houten | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Twin Lakes | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Miner Lake Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Hole River Near Jackson Mt | 25 cfs | → |
| Lemhi River Below L5 Diversion Near Salmon | 52 cfs | → |
| Salmon River At Salmon Id | 2,940 cfs | → |
| Big Hole River Bl Big Lake Cr At Wisdom Mt | 39 cfs | → |
| Lemhi River Nr Lemhi Id | 139 cfs | → |
| Napias Creek Below Arnett Creek Near Leesburg | 61 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Miner Lake Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Slagamelt Lakes | 39.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Darkhorse Lake | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Darkhorse Lake | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bloody Dick | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bloody Dick | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Lemhi Ridge | 0.0 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
- Big Hole National Battlefield
- Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
- Bannack State Park
- Wilderness Anaconda Pintler
Boat launches
- Lewis And Clark Trail Lemhi County
- Us 93 Lemhi County
- Diamond Creek Road Lemhi County
- Us 93 West Salmon
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Tower Creek Pirimids Day Use Area
- Kenney Creek
- Sharkey Hot Springs
- Big Hole Visitor Center
- Backcountry Byway Day Use Area
- Westward Overlook - Lemhi Pass Cdt Access
Paddle runs
- Salmon To North Fork
- Nf Boundary At 4th Of July Creek To Confluence With North Fork
- Sec. 29, T.8s, R.13w To All Upstream Waters
- Pattengail Ck. Sec. 11, T2s, R12w To Jaccobsen & Mono Cks, Sec. 33, T3s, R12w
- Proposed Torrey Peak Wilderness To Proposed Torrey Peak Wilderness
- Bear Valley Lake To Trailhead
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 Miner Lake Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Miner Lake Campground
Can I make reservations at Miner 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 Miner 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 Miner Lake Campground.