US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Lemhi County, Idaho. Run by Salmon-Challis National Forest.
| Operator | Salmon-Challis National Forest |
|---|---|
| Agency | USDA Forest Service (Salmon-Challis National Forest) |
| Capacity | 8 (OpenStreetMap "capacity" tag; may count sites or people) |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fee | Yes |
| Website | www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/scnf/recreation/camping-cabins/recar |
| Reservations | Not reservable on Recreation.gov (first come, first served). Recreation.gov listing |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Iron Lake Campground before you go.
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.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Iron Lake Campground is in Lemhi County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.