Summit Lake Campground

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Summit Lake Campground is a National Forest campground near Valley, Idaho.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Valley, Idaho

National Forest
Managed by

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Free

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

What's there

  • ✓ Toilets

On site: Toilets.

Access and cell service

Elevation
7,200 ft

44.6451, -115.5866 in Valley. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Summit Lake Campground?

No. Summit Lake Campground is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.

How much does it cost to camp at Summit Lake Campground?

Camping at Summit Lake Campground is free.

Who manages Summit Lake Campground?

Summit Lake Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Summit Lake Campground

More campgrounds: camping near Valley and campgrounds in Valley.

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