Outlet Campground

Sawtooth National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: STANLEY, ID, ID

Price: From $26 per night

Price range: $26–$52 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (50 reviews)

Season: May through October

Outlet Campground is located next to beautiful Redfish Lake beneath the Sawtooth Mountain Range at an elevation of 6,500 feet.Outlet Campground is in the heart of the beautiful Sawtooth National Recreation Area, where outdoor activities abound. Redfish Lake offers excellent boating, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking and fishing for rainbow trout and Kokanee salmon. Little Redfish Lake is just down the road, offering additional fishing and canoeing.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/outlet-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Outlet Campground sits beneath the Sawtooth Mountain Range at 6,500 feet elevation next to beautiful Redfish Lake, offering excellent boating, fishing for rainbow trout and Kokanee salmon, and immediate access to hiking trails. Google reviewers consistently praise the amazing views, clean facilities, and the ability to hike directly from camp.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Wapiti, Pacific Marten, Pronghorn, Spruce Grouse, Franklin's Grouse, and Wandering Garter Snake documented within 8km

Insider tips for Outlet Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 18 sites and high demand; one reviewer couldn't get a spot for 4 years Arrive at season opening (May) for better availability with minimal crowds No hookups available; confirm your RV is self-contained before booking

Skip Outlet Campground if: You need RV hookups — this campground has no hookups at most sites. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only. You prefer spontaneous camping — federal campground requires advance reservations due to high demand.

Best time to visit Outlet Campground: May — Campground opens in May with fewer crowds at opening; reviewers report arriving opening day to deserted conditions. June-September — Peak season with full access to boating, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and hiking activities around Redfish Lake.

Nearby campgrounds: North Shore Picnic Area (STANLEY, ID), Mount Heyburn Campground (Stanley, ID), Glacier View Campground (STANLEY, ID), Sockeye Campground (Stanley, ID).