Meadow Lake Campground

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·Salmon-Challis National Forest

Overview

Meadow Lake Campground is located on the Leadore Ranger District of the Salmon-Challis National Forest. This high alpine campground sits at an elevation of 9,160 feet in the Lemhi Mountain Range, 22 miles from Leadore, Idaho.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (All campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Driveway Entry

    (All campsites have Driveway Entry)

  • Firepit

    (All campsites have Firepit)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 16)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 2)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Shade

    (All campsites have Shade)

  • Site Access

    (All campsites have Site Acceses)

Natural Features

Entrance to Site 12 (Single Site) - Campsite with Meadow Lake Peak in Background - Credits: USDA Forest Service
Site 3 (Single Site) Amenities - 1 picnic table, campfire ring and preperation table - Credits: USDA Forest Service
Site 3 (Double Site) Amenities - 2 picnic tables, campfire ring and preperation table - Credits: USDA Forest Service
One of Two Tent Pads at Site 3 (Double Site) - View From Tent Pad Looking Toward Campsite - Credits: USDA Forest Service
Meadow Lake Campground is located at the base of the 10,720-foot Meadow Lake Peak and along the banks of the 13.3-acre Meadow Lake. The high elevation campground is dotted with lodge pole pine and white bark pine trees and is frequented by deer and mountain goats.

Recreation

Meadow Lake Peak - Credits: USDA Forest Service

There's no lack of recreational opportunities around Meadow Lake Campground. The lake is stocked twice a year so the fish are always biting. Fish from the bank or carry your boat down to the lake and try from the water, as there is no boat ramp or boat dock at the lake.


Hiking opportunities are available right out of the campground and include trail # 342 which provides a gentle loop around the backside of the campground. Try trail # 057 which takes you up to the steep ridge above the campground (the trail to Meadow Lake Peak is not maintained by the Forest Service).


If a slower pace is appealing, pull up a chair and soak-up the incredible views from the campground.

Permitted Equipment

  • tent-Up to 23ft

  • trailer-Up to 23ft

  • vehicle-N/A

  • camper van-N/A

  • pickup camper-N/A

  • pop up camper-N/A

Nearby Attractions

There are plenty of other attractions in the vicinity of Meadow Lake including the Gilmore Ghost Town and a number of other Forest Service recreation sites and trails. Stop at the Leadore Ranger Station and pick up a visitor map for more information.

Additional Information

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