Plowboy Campground
Opens in June for the 2026 season and operates through September. First-come, first-served; no reservations.
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 11:50AM PDT until July 22 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the mid 90s to near 100 degrees Tuesday, and upper 90s to low 100s Wednesday. * WHERE...Portions of the Idaho Panhandle and Central and Eastern Washington. * WHEN...From 9 AM Tuesday to 9 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wednesday will likely be the hottest day this week, though additional heat advisories may be needed on Thursday. Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Tuesday night into Wednesday morning with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 12:33PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been cancelled by the following agencies: Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Coeur d'Alene Coeur d'Alene Tribe Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Lewiston Nez Perce Tribe
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 12:33PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been cancelled by the following agencies: Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Coeur d'Alene Coeur d'Alene Tribe Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Lewiston Nez Perce Tribe
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 |
Useful Links
| USFS Plowboy Campground | |
| Idaho Panhandle NF Alerts |
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