Buster Lake Trailhead

Facility · Idaho ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Challis National Forest (NF) · Open Access

8,554 ft
Elevation

This is the trailhead for trail #4153, Fanny's Hole and #4152, Buster Lake Trail. There is one campsite above Buster Lake available for overnight camping. The road is narrow and steep; 4wd recommended.

Getting there

44.44069, -114.41539 · 44°26'26.5"N 114°24'55.4"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in3.32.83.22.92.72.11.00.91.52.13.13.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Buster Lake Trailhead

Can you reserve a site at Buster Lake Trailhead?
No. Buster Lake Trailhead is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Buster Lake Trailhead

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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