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Plowboy Campground

in Idaho Panhandle National Forests

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Checked 2026-08-05

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Official Forest Service page

Plowboy Campground

Plowboy Campground is loacted on the southwest shores of Upper Priest Lake, with majestic views of the Selkirk Crest. Five campsites are furnished with fire rings, picnic tables, and bear-proof storage boxes. Plowboy is easily accessed by boat or by the Navigation Trail. Please note that this campground has a Pack It In, Pack It Out policy on all garbage.

Before you go

Season

June – September

Fees

No fee.

Restrictions

Pets must be leashed at all times; leash no longer than 6 feet. • No glass bottles are allowed on beach. • No bathing or washing dishes in the lake. • Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. through 6 a.m. • No fireworks. • 14 days camping limit. • Maximum of 8 people per site. • Campsites must be occupied first night. • No glass bottles are allowed on beach. • Campsites must be occupied first night.

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