Priest Lake - Tourism

Tourism

Today the lake's biggest draw is tourism. There are several large private resorts on the lake including Hills Resort, and Elkins Resort. Popular camp grounds include Indian Creek and Lionhead run by the State of Idaho as well as Beaver Creek, Reeder Bay, Osprey, Outlet Bay, and Luby Bay, which are all located in and run by the Idaho Panhandle National Forest. Several hiking trails circle the lake, also connecting to the Upper Priest Lake. In the winter time the larger resorts cater to cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. There is also a hotel and marina located at the lake's largest town, Coolin. The Priest Lake Public Library, located at the corner of Luby Bay Road and Highway 57, is open year-round. Housed in the historic Lamb Creek School, the library has wireless internet access and an extensive local history collection. More information about the community is available through the Priest Lake Chamber of Commerce. The area is known for its huckleberries visitors are encouraged to hike in and pick, but are advised to give in on any dispute with a bear.