Are fires allowed at Navigation Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Navigation Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Navigation Campground have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Navigation Campground does not have wifi.

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Navigation Campground

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Closed For the Season

This campground is closed for the season from September 16, 2024 through May 31, 2025.

Navigation Campground near Priest River, ID, is surrounded by forested terrain and offers access to the nearby Priest River. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Priest Lake State Park and enjoy water activities or hiking trails.

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National Forest

Navigation Campground is located on the northwest shores of Upper Priest Lake, with majestic views of the Selkirk Crest. Four campsites are furnished with fire rings, picnic tables, and bear-proof storage boxes. Please note that this site has a Pack It In, Pack It Out policy on all garbage.

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Location

Navigation Campground is located in Idaho

Directions

Northwest end of Upper Priest Lake, accessible by boat or trail.

Coordinates

48.7949 N
116.91056 W

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Park in a lot, walk to your site.
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Jill S.

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Reviewed Jul. 29, 2020

Very quiet

Not accessible by car, and takes a couple of hours to hike to it, but well worth it for the solitude once you’re there. While all the drive-up sites on lower Priest Lake were full there was no one at Navigation! (Literally NO ONE)

A few rocky beaches with boat access. A vault toilet, a few picnic tables and fire rings, but lots of space among the trees to set up camp.

It took a little over two hours to hike in from Beaver Creek campground. Plowboy campground is about at the halfway point.

No water available.

I hiked in and had the place to myself.

Brian L.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 16, 2019

Great hike or boat in campground on beautiful Upper Priest Lake

Nice isolated campground at the North end of Upper Priest Lake. We hiked in from Beaver Creek campground on Priest Lake (9 miles, round trip) and found another great spot to hang our hammocks side by side. It's an easy trail and well worth the walk as it gets you away from the busy lower lake. Fantastic mountain views across a lovely lake.

Next time we're going to kayak in.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Navigation Campground?
Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Navigation Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.
Does Navigation Campground have wifi?
No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Navigation Campground does not have wifi.