Luby Bay Campground

Priest River, ID

4.4(128 reviews)

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About this campground

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.

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. Lower Luby has a large day use area perfect for picnics and group functions. A day use fee is collected for individuals not camping in the local Forest Service campgrounds. An amphitheater is located in the recreation area and regularly hosts interpretive programs.

Visitors enjoy kayaking, canoeing and power boating up the 3.5-mile thoroughfare that leads to the Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area. The upper lake cannot be accessed by car. Fishing, swimming, birding and wildlife viewing are popular activities as well. The Beach Trail #48 can be accessed from the campground. The 8-mile scenic excursion loops around the southern part of Priest Lake.

What campers say

Luby Bay Campground sits on Priest Lake with a long sandy beach, shoreline walk, and generally well-spaced campsites that offer pleasant views and a family-friendly atmosphere. Visitors note the area is scenic and popular with repeat guests. Experiences with camp hosts vary—some guests praise helpful hosts while others report confrontational interactions. Expect practical tradeoffs: extra fees for day use, additional vehicles and dumping have been reported, water hookups can be limited, and neighboring noise or loud generators may occur. Bring cash or check, consider a generator or self-contained setup for longer stays, and arrive early for beach parking.

Our summary of 128 traveler reviews.