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Michael F
VerifiedAugust 27, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
Beautiful place to camp despite the smoky air.
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About Upper Payette Lake Campground
Upper Payette Lake Campground is located 16 mi from McCall, Idaho, on the shores of beautiful Upper Payette Lake. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails.
Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
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009, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
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010, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 10 ft wide · Gravel
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011, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 11 ft wide · Gravel
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012, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
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013, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 13 ft wide · Gravel
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014, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
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015, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 22 ft wide · Gravel
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016, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 22 ft wide · Gravel
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GA1, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 88 ft wide · Gravel
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GA2, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft wide · Gravel
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009, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
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010, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 10 ft wide · Gravel
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011, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 11 ft wide · Gravel
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012, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
RV
Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
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013, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
RV
Pet Friendly · 13 ft wide · Gravel
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014, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 12 ft wide · Gravel
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015, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 22 ft wide · Gravel
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016, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 22 ft wide · Gravel
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GA1, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 88 ft wide · Gravel
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GA2, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
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Pet Friendly · 40 ft wide · Gravel
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Reviews
74 reviews
Summary
Upper Payette Lake Campground offers a beautiful, well-maintained setting with clean restrooms and friendly camp hosts. Many visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere, privacy at campsites, and proximity to the lake, which is great for kayaking and fishing. However, some reviewers noted issues with road conditions and mosquitoes, recommending the use of repellent and bringing your own drinking water. Overall, it’s a lovely spot for a peaceful getaway.
Based on guest feedback
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Michael F
VerifiedAugust 27, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
Beautiful place to camp despite the smoky air.
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Kevin C
VerifiedJuly 24, 2021 Stayed at: 013, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
The volunteer hosts were tremendous, they are wonderful folks. The site (4) was great, next to the lake. Super clean area. I will recommend this place!!!!
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Kevin C
VerifiedJuly 24, 2021 Stayed at: 013, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
The volunteer hosts were tremendous, they are wonderful folks. The site (4) was great, next to the lake. Super clean area. I will recommend this place!!!!
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Cynthia O
VerifiedJuly 23, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
Lloyd & Charlotte are absolutely the best. Love them, & so helpful with my dad & his 5th wheel & campsite. His dementia was very evident & they were as kind & gracious, & patient as Saints.
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Cynthia O
VerifiedJuly 23, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
Lloyd & Charlotte are absolutely the best. Love them, & so helpful with my dad & his 5th wheel & campsite. His dementia was very evident & they were as kind & gracious, & patient as Saints.
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Wes M
VerifiedFebruary 1, 2021 Stayed at: 010, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
Too hard to access tho
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Wes M
VerifiedFebruary 1, 2021 Stayed at: 010, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
Too hard to access tho
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Bob F
VerifiedAugust 17, 2020 Stayed at: 013, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
nice campground but getting quite overgrown. Tree branches rub the sides and top of your camper. and the trails are paved but very narrow because of lack of cutting the brush back off the pavement. Very dusty. The best part of the stay there was the camp host.Very nice people.
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Bob F
VerifiedAugust 17, 2020 Stayed at: 013, Loop: UPPER PAYETTE LAKE CAMPGROUND
nice campground but getting quite overgrown. Tree branches rub the sides and top of your camper. and the trails are paved but very narrow because of lack of cutting the brush back off the pavement. Very dusty. The best part of the stay there was the camp host.Very nice people.
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Location & Directions for Upper Payette Lake Campground
102 Lake St P.O. Box 1026, McCall, ID 83638 United States
Elevation: 1,705 ft
Getting There
From McCall, Idaho, take Highway 55 north to Warren Wagon Road/Forest Highway 21. Turn right and continue for 16 mi to gravel Forest Road 495 and follow for a mile into the campground.
Highway access
Upper Payette Lake Campground is accessible via Highway 55, which connects to McCall, Idaho. From Highway 55, take Warren Wagon Road/Forest Highway 21 for approximately 16 miles to reach the campground.
Policies & Rules
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- Idaho Off-road Vehicle Safety Message
- Opening day is dependent upon snow levels; call ahead to check on early season reservations
- No electric, water or sewer site hookups at this campground
- Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility
- Sites may be available on a first come, first served basis outside the reservation season
- If reserving the group sites for more than 75 people, please contact the McCall Ranger District at 208-634-0440
- Lake is drawn down annually on or about September 1 (depending on annual conditions) and it may be difficult to launch a boat after that date
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
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