Swisher Lake Campground campground
Swisher Lake Campground
Nearby points of interest include the Kootenai National Forest, a vast wilderness area with numerous hiking and biking trails, as well as opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife watching. Visitors can also explore the historic town of Eureka, just a short drive away, where they can learn about the area's rich mining and logging history.
The campground offers numerous amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, potable water, and vault toilets. It is a first-come, first-served campground and offers 20 campsites.
An interesting fact about the area is that Swisher Lake is home to several species of fish, including rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and kokanee salmon. Visitors can try their luck at fishing or simply enjoy the peaceful sounds of the lake.
The best time to visit Swisher Lake Campground is from mid-June to mid-September when temperatures range from the mid-60s to the low 80s Fahrenheit. This is the perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors without the extreme temperatures of summer or the cold of winter.
What's on-site at Swisher 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 Swisher Lake Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swisher Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Gateway Boat Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Kamloops Terrace | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rexford Bench | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Rexford Bench Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Swisher Lake Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tobacco River Near Eureka Mt | 388 cfs | → |
| Flathead River At Flathead British Columbia | 2,120 cfs | → |
| Kootenai River Bl Libby Dam Nr Libby Mt | 9,980 cfs | → |
| Fisher River Near Libby Mt | 481 cfs | → |
| Yaak River Near Troy Mt | 1,370 cfs | → |
| Moyie River At Eastport Id | 1,640 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Swisher Lake Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stahl Peak | 61.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Stahl Peak | 63.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Grave Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grave Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Yaak 9nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Link Mountain | 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.
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Beginning Of Stahl Creek To End Of Stahl Creek
- Beginning Of Clarence Creek To End Of Clarence Creek
- Grave Creek System
- Big Creek Bridge Adjacent To Lake Koocanusa, Sec. 33, T35n, R29w To North And South Fork Of Big Creek
- Little North Fork And Big Creek, Sec. 32, T35n, R29w To Upstream 2 Miles
- Good Creek And Big Creek, Sec. 26, T35n, R30w To Upstream For 2.9 Miles
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 Swisher Lake Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Swisher Lake Campground
Can I make reservations at Swisher 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 Swisher 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 Swisher Lake Campground.