Priest River
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About Priest River
Priest River is a national park campground at Lake Pend Oreille in Bonner County, Idaho. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Priest River is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 48 ft.
Other campgrounds at Lake Pend Oreille include Albeni Cove, Riley Creek and Springy Point.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 86 · 2025: 70
Location
Address
Oldtown, Idaho
Coordinates
48.1792, -116.8922
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 318 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Albeni Cove
Lake Pend Oreille
Riley Creek
Lake Pend Oreille
Pioneer Park
Colville National Forest
Springy Point
Lake Pend Oreille
Osprey
Idaho Panhandle National Forests
Outlet at Priest Lake
Idaho Panhandle National Forests
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Priest River FAQ
How far in advance should I book Priest River?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Priest River?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Priest River. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Priest River right now?
Priest River is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Priest River located?
Priest River is located in Lake Pend Oreille, near Oldtown, Idaho.
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