LakeHidden gem
Priest Lake State Park
Coolin, Idaho
Clear, cold sandy-beach lake near the Canadian border, with family camping in cedar forest.
- Cost
- Paid
- Time to allow
- 4 hours
Priest Lake is one of Idaho's cleanest lakes, ringed by cedar and white pine. The state park has several units with beaches and campgrounds. It is far enough north to feel properly remote.
Good to know
- Reserve camping ahead for summer
- Water is cold but clear
- Bring mosquito repellent
- Best time
- July and August
- Open
- Summer
- Getting there
- Sealed road from Highway 57
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
Facilities
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Showers
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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