Fishing enthusiasts and boaters will find direct access to Priest Lake at this Forest Service campground, where many sites offer lakefront positioning. The campground operates three loops with varying proximity to the water, accommodating RVs up to 65 feet on paved parking spurs.
The lower loops provide closer lake access, while the upper loop sits farther from the beach but offers more privacy among dense underbrush. Sites 27-38 in the upper section require extra leveling blocks due to uneven terrain. A white sand beach serves as the day-use area, where campers can tie up boats or pay an additional $8 daily for parking access. The nearby Priest Lake Marina, located a mile down the road, provides boat launching services for a small fee.
Each site includes a bear-proof locker, and the campground maintains flushing toilets with running water that reviewers consistently praise for cleanliness. The paved internal road measures roughly 1.5 vehicles wide, requiring careful maneuvering for trailer backing. Campers can explore the nature trail along the lake or cool off in the clear water during warm weather.
Camp hosts supervise the facility and maintain the grounds throughout the season. For additional lake access options, Outlet At Priest Lake sits two miles south with different site configurations.
Description
Overview
Luby Bay Campground is located near both Lamb Creek and Priest Lake. The campground is densely wooded with nicely secluded sites, and is within easy access to many great views of the Selkirk Mountains.
Recreation
Visitors enjoy kayaking, canoeing and power boating up the 3.5-mile thoroughfare that leads to the Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area. The upper lake cannot be accessed by car. Fishing, swimming, birding and wildlife viewing are popular activities as well. The Beach Trail #48 can be accessed from the campground. The 8-mile scenic excursion loops around the southern part of Priest Lake.
Facilities
Luby Bay has an upper and lower section. Upper Luby Campground has paved roads and gravel parking spurs. Lower Luby has paved parking spurs and the option of waterfront sites. Campground amenities include water hydrants, flush toilets and a dual-bay RV dump station (an additional fee is required for the dump station). Lower Luby has a large day use area perfect for picnics and group functions. If you park to use day use area there is a parking fee of $8.00. If you walk from your campsite there is no fee to use the day use.An amphiteather is located in the recreation area and regularly hosts interpretive programs.
Natural Features
The campground sits at an elevation of 2,500 feet on the western shores of Priest Lake. Campsites are shaded by hemlock and cedar. Priest Lake consists of the main lake where most water recreation takes place. To the north, the lake connects via a narrow channel with Upper Priest Lake.
Nearby Attractions
Off-road vehicle enthusiasts will find authorized trails like the Peewee Trail, Steep Creek Trail and John Wayne Trail. In winter, hundreds of miles of groomed trails beckon nordic skiers and snowmobile riders.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLuby Bay Campground is located in Idaho near Coolin
Directions
From I-90, east or west, turn at Post Falls, Idaho on Highway 41 going north to Newport, Washington. Take Highway 2 east to Priest River. At the junction of Highways 57 and 2, turn left at the stop light (there is only one in town) onto Highway 57. Go 28.5 miles to Lamb Creek Village. Turn right on Luby Bay Road. Go 1.5 miles to the stop sign. Turn left on W. Lake Shore Road and proceed 0.5 miles to the campground. From Sandpoint, Idaho, take Highway 2 west 22 miles to Priest River. At the junction of Highways 57 and 2, turn right at stop light (there is only one in town) onto Highway 57. Go 28.5 miles to Lamb Creek Village. Turn right on Luby Bay Road. Go 1.5 miles to the stop sign. Turn left on W. Lake Shore Road and proceed 0.5 miles to the campground.
Address
5538 W LAKESHORE ROAD
Priest river, ID 83856
Coordinates
48.5402778 N
116.9252778 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/10/26
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/10/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 28 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 1 hr 36 min from Spokane, WA
- 3 hrs 19 min from Lewiston, ID
- 4 hrs 5 min from Wenatchee, WA
