Within Kaniksu National Forest, Osprey Campground provides drive-in access to sites that accommodate RVs up to 64 feet. The US Forest Service facility operates from early June through late August, charging $30-32 per night with reservations available. Sites are positioned among tall trees with some offering direct water access to the adjacent lake.
The campground includes flushing toilets, drinking water, and trash service, though no showers are available. Campers report leaving paddleboards tied at the beach access for multiple days. The rough access road leads to sites with privacy provided by trees and underbrush. For different camping experiences, Outlet Campground sits just 0.1 miles east.
Description
Overview
Campers come to Osprey for sunshine and boating at Priest Lake, and for breathtaking views of the rugged Selkirk Mountains. Fishing is also a big draw, with trout just waiting to be caught. While here, watch for moose, grizzly and black bears, wolves, mountain lions and deer. Osprey, as inferred by the campground name, also inhabit the area.
Recreation
Boating, canoeing, kayaking and wake boarding are summertime favorites. Boaters like to head north on the lake and traverse a narrow thoroughfare to reach Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area. Anglers often catch Dolly Varden and cutthroat trout and kokanee salmon.
Facilities
Campground roads and parking spurs are paved and facilities are accessible. Amenities include flush toilets, fire rings and picnic tables that are naturally shaded by towering trees.
Natural Features
Osprey Campground is perched on the lower western shore of Priest Lake near Outlet Bay. The beautiful 25,000-acre lake is fed by springs trickling down from the Selkirks. The clear, blue lake reaches 300 feet in depth.
Nearby Attractions
Hike the Chipmunk Rapids Trail that traverses along the Kaniksu Marsh, Priest River and Chipmunk Rapids. In winter, ice fishing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling are popular activities in the surrounding area.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsOsprey Campground is located in Idaho near Coolin
Directions
From I-90, turn at Post Falls Highway 41 north to Newport. Take Highway 2 east to Priest River at the junction of Highway 57 and Highway 2. Turn left at the Texaco station on Highway 57 and drive 25 miles to Outlet Bay Road. Turn right for approximately 0.5 miles and left on Lakeshore Road. There is a directional sign pointing the way to Osprey Campground.
Address
1083 W. LAKESHORE ROAD
Priest river, ID 83856
Coordinates
48.4991667 N
116.8941667 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 6/10/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 6/10/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 22 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 1 hr 30 min from Spokane, WA
- 3 hrs 14 min from Lewiston, ID
- 3 hrs 45 min from Missoula, MT
