State Park
Iron Lake Campground
Salmon National Forest · Challis, ID
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- Address:Challis, ID
About
There are eight campsites with picnic tables and fire rings along the lake's shores. The campground has piped drinking water and vault toilets, but no garbage services. There is a trail from the campground that leads to the Hat Lakes. Non motorized boats can carry down access to the lakes. The drive in along Salmon River Mountain Road has great views of craggy peaks and deep pine forests.
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Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Campground Rules
- No campfires allowed
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During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Idaho hunting page
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