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Recreation Region: Priest Lake Region

Reeder Bay Campground

Reeder Bay Campground is a picturesque hideaway for nature immersion and relaxing water sports on Priest Lake. Campsites are shaded by a dense forest of cedar, fir and hemlock. Campers visit Reeder for its incredible beach that slopes down into the refreshing, clear lake.

Natural Features: The campground is situated on the western shore of Priest Lake, nestled deep below the crest of the Selkirk Mountains. The lake spans 19 miles in length and reaches a depth of 300 feet. Priest Lake is noteworthy for its incredibly clear waters, fed by streams cascading from the high Selkirk peaks.  A variety of wildlife inhabits the surrounding area, including deer, elk, moose, grizzly and black bears, wolves and mountain lions.

Recreation: Wake boarding, jet skiing, bird watching and canoeing are among the many activities campers enjoy. Hike the 8-mile Lakeshore Trail which passes through alder, pine, young cedar and open hillsides of brush, providing memorable scenic views throughout the journey. Anglers seek Dolly Varden and cutthroat trout, as well as kokanee salmon, on the lake and nearby Priest River. Reservations can be made by visiting Recreation.gov.

Facilities: Reeder Bay has paved roads and parking spurs. Amenities include a pressurized water system with hydrants, flush toilets and overflow gravel parking areas.

Nearby Attractions: Explore the extensive trail system around the lake. The Upper Priest Lake Trail takes hikers and mountain bikers to the Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area, which can also be accessed by boat.

Fish Your National Forests: This site can be accessed by Passenger Car; Fish available include: Trout; Types of fishing available include: Shore, Motorized boat, Float tube, Fly, Spin; 

Current Conditions
Refer to https://www.recreation.gov/camping/gateways/1011 for latest updates. Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc. (435) 245-6521

Reservations

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Reserve sites at Reeder Bay Campground through Recreation.gov

General Information

Mid May - Late September

Open 24 hours/day

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 48.6253964

Longitude: -116.8942911

Directions

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
48.6252, -116.89188
48°37'31"N, 116°53'31"W

Highway 57 to Nordman 37 miles, then turn right at Y junction and drive 3 miles to Reeder Bay Campground.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 4th, 2025