Iron Lake Campground
Closed for the season. Opens June 15. First-come, first-served only; no reservations available.
Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 6:43PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
At 643 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12 miles southwest of North Fork, or 17 miles northwest of Salmon, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, heavy rain, and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... North Fork.
About
Iron Lake Campground sits at the edge of a high alpine lake deep in Idaho's Salmon-Challis National Forest. Eight campsites, each with a picnic table and fire ring, line the lakeshore and provide a remote basecamp for anglers and hikers. Vault toilets and piped drinking water are available, but there is no garbage service so campers must pack out all trash. The campground serves as a trailhead for Hat Lakes to the south, offering additional fishing opportunities. Non-motorized boats can be carried down to the lake. The access road, FR 020 (Salmon River Mountain Road), is a narrow, rough mountain road with spectacular views but requires slow, careful driving and is not suitable for RVs or trailers.
Directions
From Salmon, go 5 miles south on US 93, then west 20 miles on Forest Road 021, and 21 miles south on FR 020 (Salmon River Mountain Road). FR 020 is a narrow, rough mountain road requiring slow and careful driving.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $3 - $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 756-5100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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