North Shore Picnic Area
Closed — Closed for the season. Picnic sites A and B typically close September 21 and reopen in late spring or early summer.
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
Over-Snow Vehicle and Bicycle Prohibitions
This order covers over-snow vehicle and bicycle use on the Fairfield and Ketchum Ranger Districts and the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Sawtooth Wilderness Area Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use requirements for the Sawtooth Wilderness area on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas - Occupancy and Use
This over covers occupancy and use requirements of the Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Forestwide Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use prohibitions on all National Forest System lands and roads within the Sawtooth National Forest.
Occupancy and Use - Food Storage
This order covers requirements for possessing and storing food while visiting the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Occupancy and Use
This covers occupancy and use requirements, including stay limits, for the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
About
North Shore Picnic Area sits at the north end of Redfish Lake, one of the most scenic alpine lakes in Idaho's Sawtooth National Recreation Area. The facility offers two group picnic areas: Area A with 6 tables and Area B with 3 tables, each table accommodating approximately 16 people. This makes it ideal for celebrations, special events, and large gatherings. The picnic area provides direct beach access to Redfish Lake's crystal-clear waters, popular for swimming during summer months. The lake offers excellent fishing for rainbow trout and Kokanee salmon, and supports various water activities including boating, water skiing, canoeing, and kayaking. Nearby Sandy Beach boat launch provides lake access. Little Redfish Lake is just down the road for additional fishing and paddling. Surrounded by lodgepole pines with summer wildflowers and Fishhook Creek nearby, the area sits at the foot of the dramatic Sawtooth Mountain Range. Multiple trailheads in the immediate area access the Alpine Way, Fishhook Creek, Redfish Lake Creek, and Bench Lakes Trails. The Idaho Centennial Trail passes nearby. Redfish Lake Lodge, adjacent to the picnic area, offers a restaurant, general store, boat and kayak rentals, and lake shuttle service. The Redfish Lake Visitor Center provides informational and interpretive programs.
Directions
From Stanley, Idaho, take State Highway 75 south for 4 miles. Turn west onto Forest Road 214 at the Redfish Lake sign and travel approximately 2 miles. Turn right at the North Shore Picnic Area entrance sign.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (877) 444-6777 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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