Priest Lake State Park campground
Priest Lake State Park
Reservations are accepted at Priest Lake State Park, ensuring campers can secure their preferred camping spot in advance. It is recommended to make reservations, especially during the peak season, as the campground can fill up quickly.
The best time of year to visit Priest Lake State Park is during the summer months when the weather is warm, and outdoor activities can be enjoyed to the fullest. The park's proximity to the lake offers opportunities for swimming and boating, while the surrounding forests provide shade and scenic trails for hiking. However, it's important to note that the campground is popular and may be crowded during this time. Additionally, visitors should be cautious of wildlife, such as bears, and take necessary precautions to keep food secure and maintain a safe distance.
Overall, Priest Lake State Park offers a fantastic camping experience with its range of amenities, beautiful scenery, and various recreational activities. Whether it's relaxation by the lake or exploring the surrounding trails, this camping area is a must-visit for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
What's on-site at Priest Lake State Park
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 Priest Lake State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geisinger Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Plowboy Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Navigation | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Navigation Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Reeder Bay | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Priest Lake State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Priest R Outflow Nr Coolin | 605 cfs | → |
| Boundary Creek Nr Porthill Id | 499 cfs | → |
| Kootenai River @ Tribal Hatchery Nr Bonners Ferry | 15,700 cfs | → |
| Outlet Creek Near Metaline Falls | 19 cfs | → |
| Kootenai River At Porthill Id | 15,000 cfs | → |
| Pend Oreille River Below Box Canyon Near Ione | 40,700 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Priest Lake State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Hidden Lake | 6.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hidden Lake | 7.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Bunchgrass Mdw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Bunchgrass Mdw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Myrtle Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Myrtle Creek | 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
- Natural Area Tepee Creek
- Priest Lake State Park
- Wilderness Salmo-Priest
- Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge
- Crawford State Park
Boat launches
Paddle runs
- Upper Priest River
- Segment 2 Flows For Almost 10 Miles From The Intersection With Trail 312 To Its Confluence With The Upper Priest River To Segment 2 Flows For Almost 10 Miles From The Intersection With Trail 312 To Its Confluence With The Upper Priest River
- Segment 1 Is Classified As Wild And Flows From Its Source For Almost Five Miles To The Intersection With Trail 312 To Segment 1 Is Classified As Wild And Flows From Its Source For Almost To The Intersection With Trail 312
- Long Canyon Pass, Sec. 30, T63n, R2w To Forest Boundary, Road #417, Sec. 25, T63n, R2w
- Forest Boundary, Sec. 34, T59n, R2w To Harrison Lake, Sec. 31, T62n, R2w
- Ne1/4 Of Sec 13, T40n, R46e To Nw1/4 Of Sec 5, T40n, R46e
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 Priest Lake State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Priest Lake State Park
Can I make reservations at Priest Lake State Park?
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 Priest Lake State Park?
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 Priest Lake State Park.