Upper Payette Lake Campground

Star4.42
47 reviews
102 LAKE ST P.O. BOX 1026, MCCALL, ID 83638, USA

Quick Facts

Price

$10 - $30/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

Not Allowed

RV Friendly

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Upper Payette Lake Campground
$10.00 - $30.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$10.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$30.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$40.00

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What Campers Say

4.42

Recommended

Based on 47 reviews

38 Google reviews

"Overall, reviews highlight the campground's scenic beauty and serene environment. Guests appreciate the cleanliness of the vault toilets and the helpfulness of the hosts. However, some complaints mention overgrown vegetation, trail maintenance issues, and challenges with the reservation process."

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Fees & Passes at Upper Payette Lake Campground

$10 - $30/night

Campsite fees

Standard Site

Basic tent/RV spot

$10/night
Group Site

For large groups

$30/night

Stay Limit: Not specified

Prices verified December 7, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official reservation website.



About Upper Payette Lake Campground

Nestled along the pristine shores of Upper Payette Lake near McCall, Idaho, this tranquil mountain campground offers an authentic wilderness escape. Cast a line into crystal-clear waters, paddle across the glassy lake surface, or explore winding forest trails that reveal stunning vistas at every turn. Modern conveniences like vault toilets and drinking water complement the natural setting, while well-maintained gravel roads provide easy access to your perfect lakeside spot.
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Check-in
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Check-out
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Stay Limit
Not specified
Guests Allowed Per Site
Not specified
Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are allowed
Primitive
Primitive are allowed
Reservable
Reservations are allowed


Accomodation available

GroupGroup campsites are offered for larger parties such as families, schools, or organizations. These sites provide space and facilities to accommodate multiple people camping together.

Amenities available

Potable water
Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Winter Activities
Some off-season activities may be limited due to snow levels. The campground's opening day depends on snow conditions.
Water Sports
Non-motorized water sports such as kayaking and paddleboarding are popular at the lake.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are not allowed

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Weather at Upper Payette Lake Campground

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Dec 8
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Precipitation: 0%
Humidity: 95%
Wind: 7.6 mph
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102 LAKE ST P.O. BOX 1026, MCCALL, ID 83638, USA

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.4
47 reviews
Recommended
Recommended
Upper Payette Lake Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
Overall, reviews highlight the campground's scenic beauty and serene environment. Guests appreciate the cleanliness of the vault toilets and the helpfulness of the hosts. However, some complaints mention overgrown vegetation, trail maintenance issues, and challenges with the reservation process.
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Last updated December 7, 2025
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