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This small, but popular campground is near Challis and along the Custer Motorway. Nearby access for rainbow trout fishing in Mill Creek. The motorized trail to the east of the campground heads south to Bayhorse Lake campground and trail system. Eight camping units contain picnic tables and fire rings, with an additional larger site that fits group camping. The campground amentities include a vault toilet and hand pump for drinking water. No garbage collection service is available. ATV use on Forest Roads only - no riding within campground.
From Challis, turn west up main street from Highway 93. continue until pavement ends, stay right on dirt road to Custer Motorway (070). Stay on Motorway, campground is 8 miles from the pavement end (approximately 14 miles from challis), Turn left into campground entrance off of the motorway. This is part of the historic Custer Motorway; look for the interpretive signs along the road!
Beautiful lake after a moderate hike. 2.5 miles in took 2 hours with kids, but other than the end being steep it wasn't hard. Great views of wildlife, flowers, and creek/waterfalls on the way. Lots of fish, but hard to figure out what they will bite on. Bring lots of water.
Nice hike to a beautiful little alpine lake. Lots of small grayling and a few trout
Actual amazing lake favorite thing to in the summer is go camping and hiking up to there. Water can be a little cold when you jump in but if you go quick its fine. Nice short little hike that anyone can do
