Luby Bay sits among the stunning landscapes of Idaho Panhandle National Forests in Idaho . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jun-aug when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: May, Jun, Aug
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Luby Bay located in Priest River, Idaho, offering 50 camping sites.
Luby Bay
A Rural campground in Idaho
Overview
the Campground Sits at an Elevation of 2,500 Feet on the Western Shores of Priest Lake.
the Campground Sits at an Elevation of 2,500 Feet on the Western Shores of Priest Lake.Fishing, Swimming, Birding and Wildlife Viewing Are Popular Activities As Well. 5-Mile Thoroughfare That Leads to the Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area. the 8-Mile Scenic Excursion Loops Around the Southern Part of Priest Lake. Luby Bay Campground Is Located Near Both Lamb Creek and Priest Lake. the Campground Is Densely Wooded with Nicely Secluded Sites, and Is Within Easy Access to Many Great Views of the Selkirk Mountains. Visitors Enjoy Kayaking, Canoeing and Power Boating Up the 3. the Upper Lake Cannot Be Accessed by Car.
the Beach Trail #48 Can Be Accessed From the Campground.
Luby Bay Has an Upper and Lower Section. Upper Luby Campground Has Paved Roads and Gravel Parking Spurs. Lower Luby Has Paved Parking Spurs and the Option of Waterfront Sites. Campground Amenities Include Water Hydrants, Flush Toilets and a Dual-Bay RV Dump Station (an Additional Fee Is Required for the Dump Station).
Lower Luby Has a Large Day Use Area Perfect for Picnics and Group Functions. If You Park to Use Day Use Area There Is a Parking Fee of $8.00. If You Walk From Your Campsite There Is No Fee to Use the Day Use.
an Amphiteather Is Located in the Recreation Area and Regularly Hosts Interpretive Programs. Campsites Are Shaded by Hemlock and Cedar.
Priest Lake Consists of the Main Lake Where Most Water Recreation Takes Place. to the North, the Lake Connects Via a Narrow Channel with Upper Priest Lake.
Nearby Attractions
Off-Road Vehicle Enthusiasts Will Find Authorized Trails Like the Peewee Trail, Steep Creek Trail and John Wayne Trail. in Winter, Hundreds of Miles of Groomed Trails Beckon Nordic Skiers and Snowmobile Riders.Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: 23 Luby Bay South
City: Priest River, Idaho 83856.0
Coordinates: 48.5402778, -116.9252778
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Swimming|fishing|picnic|dump-station|water|beach|lake|trail|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Free
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 6 stations
Nearest Market: BOISE/TWIN FALLS
Notes: Signals FROM BOISE/TWIN FALLS MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 15 stations (5 AM, 10 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KIDO 580 Am
Market: BOISE
Notes: 5 AM, 10 FM Stations from Boise
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Priest Lake Motorsports
Distance: 1.2 miles away
Address: 28544 ID-57, Priest River, ID
Network: noodoe
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232199
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Idaho Panhandle National Forests
- Park Website: /parks/idaho-panhandle-national-forests/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: idaho-panhandle-national-forests
- Parent Park Name: Idaho Panhandle National Forests
- Correct Park Type Mapping: idaho-panhandle-national-forests
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 33.0
- States Covered: Idaho, Arizona
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1011
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1011, 1011.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: idaho
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: idaho-panhandle-national-forests
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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