North Shore (Alturas) Campground Sawtooth National Forest Idaho

North Shore (Alturas) Overview

North Shore Campground is locate in the Sawtooth National Forest along the shores of Alturas Lake and has 15 single-family campsites. The campsites are first-come, first-serve and can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. Most have nice views of the lake.

The seasonal campground is usually open mid June to mid September.  Campground amenities include potable (drinking) water, vault toilets and trash collection (dumpsters). A boat ramp is also nearby. Cell service is poor in the area. Campsites also have a gravel parking spur, table, fire ring and grate.

North Shore Campground – Area Recreation

Outdoor recreation includes boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, biking, hiking, swimming, water sports, and wildlife viewing. You can even go scuba diving in the crystal clear water. In the winter you can also enjoy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Alturas Lake Inlet and Smokey Bear campgrounds are also located next to Alturas Lake.

Amenities

• Amphitheater
• Boat Launch/Ramp
• Boat Ramp
• Campground Host
• Campsite Tables
• Cell Service Poor
• Drinking Water
• Dumpsters
• Fire Pit
• Firewood Available
• Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
• Grills
• Pets OK
• Picnic Tables
• Restrooms (Vault Toilets)
• Trash Collection

Activities

• Backpacking
• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Boating
• Boating (non motorized)
• Canoeing
• Fishing
• Fly Fishing
• Hiking
• Jet Skiing
• Kayaking
• Mountain Biking
• Nature Trails
• Photography
• Picnicking
• Scuba Diving
• Snorkeling
• Stargazing
• Swimming
• Water Skiing
• Water Sports
• Wildlife Viewing
• Winter/Snow Sports