Wallace Lake campground
Wallace Lake
There are 24 campsites available at the Wallace Lake camping area, all of which are equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, and access to shared vault toilets. The campground also offers potable water for campers. The campsites are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and reservations are not required.
One interesting fact about the Wallace Lake camping area is that it was originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. The CCC was a work relief program that was established during the Great Depression, and its purpose was to provide employment to young men while also conserving natural resources.
The best time to visit the Wallace Lake camping area is during the summer months, from June to August. The average temperature during this time of year is around 75 degrees Fahrenheit during the day, and around 50 degrees Fahrenheit at night. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather, including rain and thunderstorms.
Overall, the Wallace Lake camping area is a beautiful and peaceful campground that is perfect for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in nature.
What's on-site at Wallace Lake
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 Wallace Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wallace Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Morgan Bar Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Morgan Bar | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tower Rock Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tower Rock | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Wallace Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon River At Salmon Id | 4,960 cfs | → |
| Napias Creek Below Arnett Creek Near Leesburg | 89 cfs | → |
| Lemhi River Below L5 Diversion Near Salmon | 163 cfs | → |
| Blackbird Creek Near Cobalt | 12 cfs | → |
| Salmon River Nr Shoup Id | 7,240 cfs | → |
| Big Hole River Near Jackson Mt | 25 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Wallace Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Slagamelt Lakes | 44.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Darkhorse Lake | 57.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Darkhorse Lake | 57.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bloody Dick | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bloody Dick | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Schwartz Lake | 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
- Painted Rocks State Park
- Salmon National Wild And Scenic River
- Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
Boat launches
- Diamond Creek Road Lemhi County
- Us 93 Lemhi County
- Lewis And Clark Trail Lemhi County
- Us 93 West Salmon
Fishing spots
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 Wallace Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wallace Lake
Can I make reservations at Wallace Lake?
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 Wallace Lake?
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 Wallace Lake.