Stanley Lake & Hwy 21 Overview
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Stanley Lake & Hwy 21
<p>Stanley Lake is located in the northwest corner of the Sawtooth NRA and is a favorite spot for fishing and boating. The Stanley Lake Overlook offers a superior vantage point for viewing McGown Peak, which appears to rise out of the lake. Boat ramp access into Stanley Lake is via a paved road through the mountain meadows. This is an excellent area for fishing, boating, kayaking, hiking and camping. Waterskiing on Stanley Lake is limited to 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Campsites in the area that accept reservations include: Stanley Lake campsite, Elk Creek, Sheep Trial and Trap Creek. Reservations can be made by visiting <a href="http://www.recreation.gov">www.recreation.gov</a> or by calling (877)444-6777. First-come, first-serve campsites include: Lake View, Stanley Lake Inlet, Iron Creek, and Grandjean. Campsites offering double sites include Stanley Lake, Stanley Inlet and Lake View. Campsites offering single sites and group sites include Elk Creek, Sheep Trail and Trap Creek. </p> Campsites in the area that accept reservations include: Stanley Lake campsite, and group sites Elk Creek, Sheep Trial and Trap Creek. Reservations can be made by visiting <a href="http://www.recreation.gov">www.recreation.gov</a> or by calling (877)444-6777. All other sites are first-come, first-serve.
Plan your visit down to the hour
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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.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Campgrounds
- Stanley Lake
- Site 12, Stanley Lk Cmpgrnd
- Stanley Lake Inlet Campground
- Stanley Lake Campground
- Lake View Campground
- Head Of Stanley Lake, Id
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Stanley Lake & Hwy 21 as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Stanley Lake & Hwy 21
What is Stanley Lake & Hwy 21?
A point of interest in Idaho tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
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When is the best time to visit?
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How do I get there?
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Can I get alerts when conditions change?
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Other points of interest near here
Snoflo-tracked landmarks within driving distance of Stanley Lake & Hwy 21.