Alturas Lake Inlet Campground

Stanley, ID

4.7(10 reviews)

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About this campground

Alturas Lake Inlet Campground is located on the shores of scenic Alturas Lake at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountain Range. This campground contains several family campsites, some of which have lake or creek views. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are gravel. A day-use site is adjacent to the campground with a designated swim beach. Smokey Bear Boat Ramp is less than 1/4-mile away.

This site is part of the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, where outdoor activities abound. Alturas Lake offers excellent boating, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking and fishing for bull trout and Kokanee salmon. The 10-mile round trip Alpine Meadows Trail begins nearby, with spectacular canyon, meadow and alpine lake views. The trail is also a popular area for bird watching.

What campers say

Alturas Tent Campground is a small, lakefront site known for quiet evenings, clear night skies, paddling, and picnics. Campsites are generally described as clean and pleasant; several reports note the tent and picnic areas are being remodeled, which may produce dust. Facilities are basic — outhouses have been replaced by porta-potties and some visitors found them full or in need of attention — so plan accordingly. The setting away from busy trailers is frequently praised. A good choice for tent campers seeking a peaceful lakeside spot, but expect limited restroom amenities during peak times or renovations.

Our summary of 10 traveler reviews.