Osprey
Campers come to Osprey for sunshine and boating at Priest Lake, and for breathtaking views of the rugged Selkirk Mountains. Fishing is also a big draw, with trout just waiting to be caught. While here, watch for moose, grizzly and black bears, wolves, mountain lions and deer. Osprey, as inferred by the campground name, also inhabit the area.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 15 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 64 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
15 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 24 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 002 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 006 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 008 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 009 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | Back-in | 64 | Gravel | Full | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 64 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Campground roads and parking spurs are paved and facilities are accessible. Amenities include flush toilets, fire rings and picnic tables that are naturally shaded by towering trees.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | Mid May to Late September |
| Forest | Idaho Panhandle National Forests |
Weather by month
Getting there
Travel to Priest River Idaho. Head North on Hwy 57 and drive 25 miles to Outlet Bay Road. A sign on Hwy 57 will state "Turn here for Outlet Bay Campground", that is the same turn for Osprey. Turn right for approximately 0.5 miles and left on Lakeshore Road. Again follow the sign for Outlet Bay Campground.
| Nearest town | Priest River, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 48.4992° N, 116.8942° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireSilver
14 mi from the campground · 2,593 acres · 30% contained
- WildfireParker Lake
28 mi from the campground · 1,531 acres · 1% contained
- PrescribedSl Rx - Ione
31 mi from the campground
- WildfireUpper Smith
32 mi from the campground · 4,848 acres · 41% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 8.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | North 40 ↗ | 20.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Kootenay RV ↗ | 46.1 mi |
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Explore
Video
Osprey Campground - Pike National Forest
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miWoodrat ↗5.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miBeach ↗6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miNorth Binarch1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.4 miBinarch Mountain1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.5 miBulldog Point2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.6 miKaniksu Marsh0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Idaho Panhandle National Forests begins about 11.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 11.7 miIdaho Panhandle National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,943,333 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Lamb Creek SchoolBuilding · Priest River · 2.8 mi
- Vinther and Nelson CabinBuilding · Coolin · 6.1 mi
- Michael and Myra Donohue HouseBuilding · Eastsound · 14.3 mi
Natural features
Osprey Campground is perched on the lower western shore of Priest Lake near Outlet Bay. The beautiful 25,000-acre lake is fed by springs trickling down from the Selkirks. The clear, blue lake reaches 300 feet in depth.
Recreation
Boating, canoeing, kayaking and wake boarding are summertime favorites. Boaters like to head north on the lake and traverse a narrow thoroughfare to reach Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area. Anglers often catch Dolly Varden and cutthroat trout and kokanee salmon.
Nearby
Hike the Chipmunk Rapids Trail that traverses along the Kaniksu Marsh, Priest River and Chipmunk Rapids. In winter, ice fishing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling are popular activities in the surrounding area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Osprey?
Sites at Osprey are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Osprey?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Osprey have?
16 sites, including 15 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Osprey?
The longest site here provides 64 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Osprey?
Amenities include flush toilets, fire rings and picnic tables that are naturally shaded by towering trees.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Osprey?
Yes, pets are allowed at Osprey. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Osprey?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Osprey?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Osprey?
Boating, canoeing, kayaking and wake boarding are summertime favorites. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Osprey?
Priest River, Idaho. Hike the Chipmunk Rapids Trail that traverses along the Kaniksu Marsh, Priest River and Chipmunk Rapids.
Source: Getting there
What if Osprey is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Outlet At Priest Lake (1.3 mi), Bartoo Island Group Site/Campgrounds (3.2 mi, partly first-come), and Luby Bay (3.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby