Riley Creek
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — OLDTOWN · Idaho · Lake Pend Oreille
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Lake Pend Oreille |
| Location | OLDTOWN · Idaho · Lake Pend Oreille · 48.16111, -116.77028 · Map |
| Sites | 69 public sites counted from the federal listing — 67 standard electric; 2 group shelter electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 67 of 69 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 67 of 69 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 69 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 69 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 48 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 67 sites · 30 ft: 67 sites · 35 ft: 67 sites · 40 ft: 67 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 3:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 69 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 208-437-3133 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Riley Creek Recreation Area, situated on the banks of the Pend Oreille River, is the largest recreation area for the Albeni Falls Project, but still offers visitors peace and quiet and plenty of space to enjoy the scenic surroundings. Recreation Water sports are the most common activity at the lake, and boat ramps are provided at the campground. Visitors enjoy kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, water skiing and jet skiing.
Campers are likely to spot wildlife in the area, with bald eagles, osprey, bears and most commonly, deer. A biking and hiking trail is available, giving campers a chance to enjoy the wildlife and greenery.
Fishing piers, horseshoe pits, a beach volleyball court, basketball court and more make this campground an ideal place for family trips or groups of friends. A hiking and biking trail is accessible from the campground. Facilities Riley Creek is the largest campground at Albeni Falls, offering 67 campsites, all with electric and water hookups. Two large reservable picnic shelters are also available.
As long as all equipment fits on the site pad, Riley Creek allows for an unlimited amount of tents per site. Natural Features Albeni Falls Dam was built in 1955 for flood control and power production on the Pend Oreille River. Today, the popular lake has the added benefit of providing visitors with countless year-round recreational activities.
Lake Pend Oreille is surrounded by scenic mountains and is one of the largest and deepest natural lakes in the western United States, plunging to depths of more than 1,200 ft. in some areas.
Behind the dam, the Pend Oreille River stretches 65 miles through a glacial-carved valley that separates three mountain ranges.
Nearby Attractions The Albeni Falls Visitor Center features exhibits on the history of the dam and the natural features of the area. Tours of the dam are given daily during the summer.
The nearby town of Laclede, Idaho offers gas and grocery services.
Directions, from the listing
From Highway 2 in Laclede, Idaho, turn south onto Riley Creek Road, then continue about 1 mile to the campground entrance.
Nearest federal campgrounds
6 mi straight-line · OLDTOWN IdahoUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersSpringy Point
10 mi straight-line · OLDTOWN IdahoUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersAlbeni Cove
11 mi straight-line · OLDTOWN IdahoFSU.S. Forest ServiceSam Owen
23 mi straight-line · IdahoFSU.S. Forest ServiceOsprey
24 mi straight-line · PRIEST RIVER Idaho
Trip Card — Riley Creek
OLDTOWN · Idaho · Lake Pend Oreille
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | OLDTOWN · Idaho · Lake Pend Oreille |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 67 |
| Max RV | Up to 48 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 69 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233600 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.