Are fires allowed at Picnic Point (ID)?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Picnic Point (ID), although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Picnic Point (ID) have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Picnic Point (ID) does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Picnic Point (ID)?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Picnic Point (ID)?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Picnic Point (ID). If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Picnic Point (ID), try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Picnic Point (ID)?

There are 8 campsites at Picnic Point (ID) and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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Picnic Point (ID)

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Picnic Point in Idaho is located near Cascade in the Boise National Forest. The area features forested terrain with elevations that can influence temperatures, ranging from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include Lake Cascade, offering opportunities for fishing and boating, and the scenic Payette River, known for its rafting and kayaking activities.

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Boise National Forest

Overview

Picnic Point Campground is located on a bluff overlooking beautiful Warm Lake, at an elevation of 5,300 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, hiking and viewing local wildlife.

Recreation

Warm Lake offers great fishing opportunities for cutthroat, rainbow, lake and bull trout. Boating, canoeing and swimming are popular activities. A boat ramp is located at neighboring Shoreline Campground. Billy Rice Swim Beach is within walking distance, offering a day-use site for picnicking and access to a swimming beach. The surrounding area offers great hiking, mountain biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding and hunting. The WeWuKiye (Wa Wu Kia) Trail No. 252 was recently built and can be accessed nearby, at the entrance to Shoreline Campground. It is available for hiking and mountain biking. For off-road vehicle enthusiasts, Telephone Ridge Trail No. 112 offers 20 miles of trails for all riding levels, with staging areas at Shoreline Campground and at Warm Lake Campground down the road.

Natural Features

The campground is situated beneath towering ponderosa pines, which provide partial shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant in the area. A variety of wildlife including bears, deer, elk, fox, grouse, eagles, osprey, grosbeaks, whooping cranes and otters, lives around the lake.

Nearby Attractions

Rustic North Shore Lodge is not far from the campground, offering a small restaurant, lounge and store with limited supplies.

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Location

Picnic Point (ID) is located in Idaho

Directions

From Cascade, turn east on Warm Lake Highway. Travel approximately 26 miles along the paved road to Forest Road 489 and turn south. Continue about a half-mile past the Shoreline Campground and North Shore Lodge. The campground will be located just past the lodge, on the left side of the road.

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PO BOX 696
Cascade, ID 83611

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44.6508333 N
115.6725 W

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2 hrs 37 min from Boise
3 hrs 51 min from Lewiston
4 hrs 21 min from Twin Falls
5 hrs 37 min from Walla Walla

Shelly S.

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Reviewed Nov. 6, 2020

Awesome area

Warm Lake Picnic Point

One of several options for the recreation area. This is a primitive area with the lodge within easy walking distance. Room for a small group with tents and hammocks. Mostly level and direct access tot he lake.

Quite a drive to this beautiful lake but apparently it is well liked by locals because it was crowded!

The water is crystal clear and fishing is popular. There is a trail that goes completely around the lake but we turned back when a snake crossed our path.

The forest fires were further into the forest but the smoke haze was ever present.

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Steven G.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 27, 2016

Ranger Review: Green Goo at Picnic Point - Wow what a location"

Picnic Point on warm lake in the cascade ranger district is one of the most amazing camp grounds out there. It is on a elevated bluff overlooking the lake and the lodge. There are 8 tent sites in this walk up only campground. When we were there there were still 4 sites available. If you are lucky you can get a site that overlooks the whole lake. The guys next to us had hammocks and an unobstructed view of the lake. During the day the lake was busy with boats and people, but it quiets down a lot at night. Pit toilets are available, and if you forgot something the lodge at the bottom of the hill will gladly charge you for it. This place was amazing. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Gear review. As a dyrt ranger I also get products to test and review in the field. On this trip I reviewed some of the products I received from Green Goo. They have organic natural based balms and salves for most needs. The first day I got quite a few mosquito bites around may ankles, and man did they itch. I rubbed the green goo first aid balm on them and the itch instantly went away. I noticed that it lasted all day too, which calamine lotions usually do not. That night as we were getting ready for bed, we massaged our 1 year old son with the baby goo. It has a very pleasant smell of lavender. I'll tell you what that baby slept so well we have started using the baby goo at home. he loves it and the shiny tin keeps him distracted as we put it on him. I highly recomend all of green goos products they just work. Check them out at http://www.sierrasageherbs.com/index.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Picnic Point (ID)?
Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Picnic Point (ID), although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.
Does Picnic Point (ID) have wifi?
No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Picnic Point (ID) does not have wifi.
Is there cell phone reception at Picnic Point (ID)?
According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.
How hard is it to get a campsite at Picnic Point (ID)?
Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Picnic Point (ID). If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Picnic Point (ID), try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts
Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Picnic Point (ID)?
There are 8 campsites at Picnic Point (ID) and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts