Teacher Bay Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates during summer months. The exact seasonal operating dates are not currently available.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 14 at 3:07PM PST until January 16 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. * WHERE...Schweitzer Mountain Road, Athol, Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, Clark Fork, Eastport, and Priest River. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 10 AM PST Thursday. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 10 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface. Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.
Dense Fog Advisory issued January 14 at 3:07PM PST until January 15 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. * WHERE...Schweitzer Mountain Road, Athol, Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, Clark Fork, Eastport, and Priest River. * WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 10 AM PST Thursday. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 10 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface. Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.
About
Teacher Bay Campground is a boat-in only campground situated on the pristine shores of Priest Lake in the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. Known as Idaho's crown jewel, Priest Lake is flanked by the rugged Selkirk Mountains and offers incredibly clear waters fed by streams cascading from the high peaks. The campground is only accessible by boat, providing a secluded and peaceful camping experience away from vehicle traffic. The campground features basic amenities including picnic tables and fire rings at each site. Campers enjoy activities such as swimming, fishing for Mackinaw trout, Cutthroat trout, and Kokanee salmon, kayaking, canoeing, and wildlife viewing. The surrounding area is home to diverse wildlife including deer, elk, moose, grizzly and black bears, wolves, mountain lions, and various bird species including ospreys. Boat launches around Priest Lake can be accessed by traveling north from Priest River, Idaho on State Highway 57. The remote location and boat-in access make this campground ideal for campers seeking solitude and a true backcountry experience on one of Idaho's most beautiful lakes.
Directions
Access to Teacher Bay Campground is by boat only. To reach boat launches around Priest Lake, travel north from Priest River, Idaho on State Highway 57. Various boat launches are available around the lake for accessing the campground.
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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 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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