Riley Creek
Open for the 2026 season as of May 9. The campground operates May through September and requires reservations through Recreation.gov. Lake Pend Oreille is at normal summer levels.
Air Quality Alert issued August 9 at 1:47PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Coeur d'Alene ...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Shoshone, and Benewah Counties... * WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy. * WHERE...Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Shoshone, and Benewah Counties... * WHEN...Next update 11 AM August 11th. * IMPACTS...Some members of the general public may experience health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects.
About
Riley Creek Recreation Area sits on the banks of the Pend Oreille River, about 14 miles west of Sandpoint, Idaho, and is the largest of the five USACE-managed campgrounds at Albeni Falls Dam. The campground offers 67 sites, all equipped with electric and water hookups. Modern amenities include flush restrooms with hot showers, large dishwashing sinks, a dump station with potable water fill, and trash service. Water recreation is the main draw here. Two boat ramps provide access to Lake Pend Oreille, one of the largest and deepest natural lakes in the western US. Visitors can fish from dedicated piers, swim at the beach, or explore by kayak, canoe, or jet ski. On land, the campground offers a playground, amphitheater, basketball and volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, and access to a hiking and biking trail. Wildlife sightings are common, including bald eagles, osprey, deer, and occasional bears. The nearby Albeni Falls Visitor Center offers exhibits on the dam's history and free tours during summer. The town of Laclede provides basic services including gas and groceries.
Directions
From Highway 2 in Laclede, Idaho, turn south onto Riley Creek Road and continue about 1 mile to the campground entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 48ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 437-3133 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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