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Trapper Creek Campground

Trapper Creek Campground near Priest River, Idaho, is surrounded by forested terrain with a mix of trees and underbrush. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include Priest Lake and the Selkirk Mountains, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Trapper Creek Campground is located on the northeast shore of Upper Priest Lake. It has five sites with beautiful views of Plowboy Mountain, all furnished with fire rings, picnic tables, and bear-proof storage boxes. Please note that this campground has a Pack It In, Pack It Out policy on all garbage.

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Location

Trapper Creek Campground is located in Idaho

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Directions

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

Coordinates

48.79778 N
116.89069 W

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Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Fires

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.


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Reviewed Oct. 5, 2020

Great Beginner Backpacing Trail

We entered the trail from the South Entrance. There’s a lot of trails that criss cross around the trail head entrances (there’s a few places to get on it). There was one steep grade on a sandy hill. We had to cross water (14 inches) which resulted in a pair of wet socks for me (I came prepared)

Unfortunately there was a fire ban when we went about a month ago. I wanted to find huckleberries but they were scorched by the weather.

The camp cites are free but you have to walk or boat in. There were a lot of tents and hammocks when we got there but they (Boy Scouts) arrived to camp after dark and left by boat in the morning.

The only photo I captured was a group photo after arriving back to the trail head location.

The campsites are lake front and the surrounding area has a lot of rotting trees and ferns.

This is a great easygoing backpacking trip suitable for beginners. The trail a through trail! Next time I plan to come in at the north end and hike through to the south end after dropping off a car.

  • Review photo of Trapper Creek Campground by Megan K., October 5, 2020
  • Review photo of Trapper Creek Campground by Megan K., October 5, 2020
  • Review photo of Trapper Creek Campground by Megan K., October 5, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Trapper Creek Campground?

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