Can you reserve a site at Iron Lake Campground?

No. Iron Lake Campground is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Iron Lake Campground

Campground · Idaho ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Salmon National Forest (NF) · Open Access

8,841 ft
Elevation

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.

The facts

Season: 6/15 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026

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Getting there

From Salmon, go 5 miles south on US 93, then west 20 miles on Forest Road 021, and 21 miles south on FR 020 (Salmon River Mountain Road). FR 020 is a narrow, rough mountain road requiring slow and careful driving.

44.90546, -114.19317 · 44°54'19.6"N 114°11'35.4"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	2.5	2.1	2.2	2.2	2.3	2.3	0.9	0.7	1.2	1.8	2.9	3.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.9 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 Iron Lake Campground

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

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