Established Camping
Outlet Campground at Redfish Lake
Outlet Campground at Redfish Lake, near Stanley, Idaho, is a stunning location that offers a fantastic blend of natural beauty and outdoor activities. Nestled in the Sawtooth National Forest, this campground is a prime spot for those looking to soak in breathtaking views and enjoy a variety of water sports.
The campground features clean sites surrounded by a picturesque lodgepole pine forest, with picnic tables and fire pits ready for your evening gatherings. Visitors rave about the easy access to Redfish Lake, just a stone's throw away, where you can dive into swimming, kayaking, or simply relax on the sandy beach. As one camper put it, “The lake shore is less than 100 yards from each campsite, boasting a majestic snowcapped mountain backdrop.”
For those who love hiking, there are trails that lead you around the lake and into the surrounding wilderness, with some reviewers highlighting the stunning views and the chance to spot wildlife, including black bears. While the campground doesn’t offer showers or electric hookups, you can find pay showers and laundry facilities nearby, making it a convenient choice for a weekend escape.
With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to Stanley, you’ll find plenty of dining options and entertainment, including live music at the lodge. Whether you’re here for a family trip or a solo adventure, Outlet Campground is a fantastic place to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.
Description
US Forest Service
Sawtooth National Forest
Overview
Outlet Campground is located next to beautiful Redfish Lake beneath the Sawtooth Mountain Range at an elevation of 6,500 feet.
Recreation
Outlet Campground is in the heart of the beautiful Sawtooth National Recreation Area, where outdoor activities abound. Redfish Lake offers excellent boating, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking and fishing for rainbow trout and Kokanee salmon. Little Redfish Lake is just down the road, offering additional fishing and canoeing. In the immediate area are trailheads for the Alpine Way, Fishhook Creek, Redfish Lake Creek and Bench Lakes Trails. The Idaho Centennial Trail also passes nearby.
Natural Features
Summer wildflowers are plentiful, lodgepole pines provide partial shade and Fishhook Creek is nearby. Temperatures are cool, with an average summer high of 78 degrees and a low of 40 degrees.
Nearby Attractions
The Sawtooth National Recreation Area offers a myriad of excellent hiking and biking opportunities, and an estimated 750 miles of trails crisscross the valley and surrounding mountains. Redfish Lake Lodge is nearby with a restaurant, general store, boat and kayak rentals, mooring services, lake tours and a lake shuttle. Popular area events include an Arts and Crafts Fair in July, and Wagon Days, Salmon Festival, Quilt Fair, and Fireman's Ball in September.
Location
Outlet Campground at Redfish Lake is located in Idaho
Directions
Take State Highway 75, from Stanley, Idaho, 4 miles south. Go west on Forest Road 214 for a short distance, and turn right at Outlet Campground entry sign.
Address
SAWTOOTH NRA
Stanley, ID
Coordinates
44.1408333 N
114.9111111 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 39 min from Boise
- 3 hrs 1 min from Twin Falls
- 3 hrs 18 min from Idaho Falls
- 3 hrs 33 min from Pocatello
