Can you reserve a site at Meadow Lake Campground?

Yes, Meadow Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Meadow Lake Campground?

28 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Meadow Lake Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Meadow Lake Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Meadow Lake Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Meadow Lake Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Meadow Lake Campground, Idaho — 2 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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.

Recreation

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.

Facilities

Meadow Lake Campground consists of 17 campsites and a day use area with picnic tables, fire rings and barbecue pedestals. The campground offers 2 vault toilets, drinking water and day use parking. 4 double campsites are available for larger groups with each site including 2 picnic tables, 2 tent pads, a campfire ring, a prep table, and expanded parking for 2 vehicles. The campground also offer 13 single campsites each with a picnic table, tent pad, campfire ring, prep table, and parking for 1 vehicle.

Natural Features

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.

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.

Charges & Cancellations

A $8.00 non-refundable on line reservation fee may be charged for some facilities.

The facts

Season: Year Round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
2 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 28 ft
Up to 16 people per site
Loops: MEADOW LAKE CAMPGROUND

Site types

2 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.

Book on Recreation.gov

2 campsites at Meadow Lake Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
03	MEADOW LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	28 ft	16	🐾
12	MEADOW LAKE CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	23 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

From Leadore drive 17 miles south on Highway 28 and turn right (west) on to Forest Service Road #002 at the old Gilmore Townsite. Follow the gravel road for 6 miles as it climbs 2,080 feet to the campground.

44.43478, -113.31756 · 44°26'5.2"N 113°19'3.2"W

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Typical weather

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1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.4 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 Meadow Lake Campground

Can you reserve a site at Meadow Lake Campground?: Yes, Meadow Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Meadow Lake Campground have?: 2 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Meadow Lake Campground?: 28 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Meadow Lake Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Meadow Lake Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Meadow Lake Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Meadow Lake Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Meadow Lake Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Meadow Lake Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$10/Night for single unit; $20.00 per night for double sites

Accessibility:

Accessible picnic area

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

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

Meadow Lake Campground