Camp ObserverUpper Payette Lake Campground
Camp site features
Across 21 camp sites:
- Fire pit: all 21 sites
- Picnic table: all 21 sites
- Pets allowed: all 21 sites
- ADA accessible: 2 of 21 sites
- Group sites: 2 of 21 sites
- Largest party: 30 people
Directions
From McCall, Idaho, take Highway 55 north to Warren Wagon Road/Forest Highway 21. Turn right and continue for 16 miles to gravel Forest Road 495 and follow for a mile into the campground.
Stay Limit
Check in from 2 PM, check out by 11 AM.
Reviews
Mary C
Loop:Upper Payette Lake Campground
Site:
Reviewed 2 months ago
This is a beautiful campground. We were at a site 10, which backed to the lake. It was great to be able to walk out to the lake and sit there watching the golden eagles, ospreys and other birds. The campground was quiet and secluded from town. The vault toilets were clean. The water here was a little rusty, but we did drink it with no issues. We took a road trip to Secesh to eat at Secesh Stage Stop, which we highly recommend. We also drove up to Warren, which was a little scary, but scenic. We did not see the hosts, but the campground was well cared-for.
Tyler P
Loop:Upper Payette Lake Campground
Site:
Reviewed 2 months ago
The camp host at this site keep the facilities and campground very clean.
Mike R
Loop:Upper Payette Lake Campground
Site:
Reviewed 3 months ago
Restrooms exceptionally clean. Camp host very helpful.
Jen K
Loop:Upper Payette Lake Campground
Site:
Reviewed 3 months ago
Our stay at Upper Payette Lake was great! Quiet campground, well maintained bathroom, beautiful view of the lake. Only thing I’d keep in mind is that the drinking water tasted very rusty. I would definitely recommend bringing your own drinking water.
Kenneth B
Loop:Upper Payette Lake Campground
Site:
Reviewed 3 months ago
The only thing is there was a bunch of potholes on the road going in. It could’ve been a little smoother, but the campground was great.
Douglas J
Loop:Upper Payette Lake Campground
Site:
Reviewed 3 months ago
Upper Payette Lake Campground is a very lovely place to camp for a quiet get-away. My only complaint is that it seems the extra large motor home type campers get all the spots right next to the lake - not leaving any of the best spots for mere campers (with small campers or tents). Their generators upset the stillness that old-time campers would like to enjoy more.
Season dates
Peak season
Jul 1, 2027 – Sep 15, 2027
Reservable online
Peak season
Jul 1, 2028 – Sep 15, 2028
Reservable online
Camp Sites
Availability not checked yet
We don't have availability data yet for camp sites at .
Interested in seeing what camp sites you can reserve here? Check it now, or watch this campground so we keep checking it for you.
