OutReserve

Osprey

Priest Lake from Osprey Campground
Osprey
Osprey
Osprey
Osprey

About 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.

Number of accommodations: 15

Campground Amenities

  • Beach Access
    Beach Access
  • Lake Access
    Lake Access

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 15

Sites & Availability

15 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 002, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 004, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 006, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 007, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 010, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 011, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: AREA OSPREY
No Hookups
$32.00
/ per night

Reviews (91)

What Guests Are Saying

Osprey Campground is praised for its cleanliness, spacious and well-maintained sites, and friendly hosts who enhance the camping experience. Many visitors appreciate the beautiful natural surroundings, including access to the lake and quiet atmosphere. However, there are concerns about water quality and occasional issues with campsite availability and noise from neighboring campers. Overall, it remains a favorite spot for many due to its charm and attentive management.

Review Summary

4.4
91 reviews
5
63.7%
58
4
20.9%
19
3
7.7%
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2
5.5%
5
1
2.2%
2

Daniel L

Verified

August 3, 2020 Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA OSPREY

4

Lots of little private beaches along the campground shore. No big beach but still decent access. Lots of party boats out on the water. Could hear them from camp.

Taylor V

Verified

August 3, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA OSPREY

5

Campsite is easy to get to, sites are decently big and are well taken care of. Bathrooms were surprisingly great as well with a plumbed toilet and sink!

There is lake access, but the beach is very small (literally 10-20 ft wide). While you can get in the lake and swim there, don't expect to be relaxing on the beach for hours on end or have space to yourself if there are others. It's still an added bonus to take a dip, though.

Philip G

Verified

August 2, 2020 Stayed at: 015, Loop: AREA OSPREY

5

Host is great. Campground is clean. All the time. Our site was prepared when we arrived. The host will make or break a campground. This host appreciates nature. And isn’t intrusive. But always close when you need him

Jami K

Verified

July 31, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA OSPREY

5

Very quiet campground. Two restrooms, although one was always clogged. The lights were very dim in the bathrooms. Bear proof garbage cans and a nearby hike. Cute trail along the shore.

Lila H

Verified

July 13, 2020 Stayed at: 014, Loop: AREA OSPREY

3

I was going to post better pics than the site offers, but mine didn't turn out. So I'll just tell you... Osprey is better suited for RVs than tents. I scoped out several sites and there's hardly a flat spot for a tent at all. The tent spots available are small. We had to pitch our 9x14 tent on the driveway. Driveways are long though. The campground is very hilly too- we couldn't put 4 lawn chairs around the fire pit because it was situated on a hill, with a flat spot on the uphill side for chairs. The smaller number spots are flatter, and the sites on the lake side are flattest. We usually avoid lake side sites because they tend to be very windy, but at Osprey I think lakeside would be fine since the trees offer a lot of protection. The campground is very wooded in general, offering a secluded feeling. There are 2 very small beachy spots. Read:very small. Like, 2 lawn chair size. Also, we have Verizon and service was very good.

Michael R

Verified

June 29, 2020 Stayed at: 012, Loop: AREA OSPREY

4

William A

Verified

January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 015, Loop: AREA OSPREY

5

My favorite Camp Ground. Our site was right on the water, beautiful site. Huge campsite as far as lot size goes goes, it even had a little place I could put my kayak in. No actual beach, but there are spots to get into the lake to swim/kayak/fish. The on site host are very nice, and the park is very well kept and generally clean. Don’t forget to be bear aware and keep your food and trash up!

Cathy K

Verified

January 12, 2020 Stayed at: 013, Loop: AREA OSPREY

3

We love this place. However, the camp host presence this year was basically NON-EXISTENT, which is not good. Campers were noisy, barking dogs etc. Usually the hosts of this campground are quite good, making rounds several times a day. These people were like ghosts-if they came around at all, it was very early in the morning and very early in the evening. Noise after 10 pm not addressed. We've been camping here for years and it was quite a disappointment.

Mark C

Verified

January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA OSPREY

4

A good spot on the west side of the lake.

Craig F

Verified

December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 012, Loop: AREA OSPREY

5

Absolutely loved the solitude and the beauty of the Priest Lake region. We shall return!

Location Osprey

Address:
1083 W. Lakeshore Road
Priest River, ID, 83856
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 48.4992 / -116.894

Elevation: 769 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Extra Vehicles: One vehicle is included in your single campsite fee. Each additional vehicle will be charged a per day fee that is collected on site (cash or check only) if space is available in your site only. Additional parking is not be available.

General

Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from the area after eating

General

Maximum boat length is 20 feet

General

Your reserved site will be held until check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. If you haven't occupied it at any time during this period, your reservation is null and void and will be given to first come first serve campers. Your reservation will be a no show and no refund will be given.

General

The 14 day stay limit is strictly enforced. Camping for a period longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive day period is prohibited. If you have booked back-to-back reservations, you will be asked to cancel all days after the first 14.

General

No electric hookups at this facility

General

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

General

Click here to learn more about the Idaho Panhandle National Forest

General

No First Come First Served sites available. All sites are reservable and are shown online.

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