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Opens in June for the 2026 season and operates through September. First-come, first-served; no reservations.

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition

This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region

It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Upper Smith Fire Closure - Pyramid Pass Trail

The purpose of this order is for public and firefighter safety due to active fire and suppression activities as part of planned operations for the Upper Smith fire burning in the area. The order temporarily closes the Pyramid Pass Trail #13 from Forest Service Road 634 (Trout Creek) to the junction…

About

Plowboy Campground occupies a secluded position on the southwest shores of Upper Priest Lake in the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. The campground provides access to the pristine Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area, with majestic views of the rugged Selkirk Crest. Five individual campsites are available, each furnished with a fire ring, picnic table, and bear-proof food storage box. This is a true backcountry experience: the campground is accessible only by boat from Priest Lake or by hiking the Navigation Trail. No potable water is available, so campers must pack in all drinking water. The campground operates on a Pack It In, Pack It Out policy for all garbage. Vault toilets are provided. Quiet hours are enforced from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Glass bottles are prohibited on the beach, and no bathing or dishwashing is permitted in the lake. The maximum stay is 14 days, with a limit of 8 people per site. Leashed pets are welcome.

Directions

Southeast end of Upper Priest Lake, accessible by boat from Priest Lake or by hiking the Navigation Trail from Navigation Trailhead #291.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $15

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (208) 443-2512

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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