Iron Lake Campground
Salmon-Challis National Forest, Idaho
Overlanding score
75/100
Booking
First-come
Site types
rv
Max vehicle length
Not published
Amenities
waterpicnic tablefire ringfishingtrail
About Iron Lake Campground
Eight campsites with picnic tables and fire rings are along the shores of this high alpine lake. the campground has piped drinking water and vault toilets but no garbage services are available. The trail from campground leads to more lake fishing, at the Hat Lakes to the south. Carry-down access for non motorized boats to the lakes. The drive in along Salmon River Mountain Road, offers spectacular views of craggy peaks and deep pine forests.
Source: Recreation.gov
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