Est. since the early days of Idaho tourism

Custer County
waits for
those who
listen.

At the water's edge of Redfish Lake, Sockeye Campground offers an unpretentious escape into the White Cloud Mountains — where pine-scented mornings and still-water evenings define the rhythm of your stay.

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Redfish Lake Road

Redfish Lake surrounded by pine forests at golden hour, with calm water reflecting the White Cloud Mountains

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Rustic log cabin with stone chimney at Sockeye Campground, warm light glowing from windows

Accommodations

The Cabin
by the water

Nestled among mature pines just steps from Redfish Lake, our cabin carries the quiet dignity of a place that has welcomed travelers for generations. Hand-hewn beams, a stone fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows frame a landscape that needs no introduction.

Inside, you'll find the kind of comfort that comes from simplicity done well — wool blankets, handcrafted furniture, and the steady sound of lake water against the shore. It is not a place for spectacle. It is a place for presence.

2 Bedrooms

Full kitchen

Lakefront

Private shoreline

Self-guided

Keyless entry

Fireplace

Stone hearth

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Outdoor Sites

Camp beneath
the pines

Our campground sits on a gently sloping ridge above Redfish Lake, where each site is shaded by towering lodgepole pines and oriented to catch the last light of day. Whether you arrive in a tent, an RV, or a vintage Airstream, the ground here has been welcoming travelers long before modern amenities existed.

Wake to the sound of loons, spend the morning fishing the lake's famous sockeye runs, and end the evening with coffee on the communal deck while the mountains turn purple in the dying light.

Tent Sites

Shaded, level ground — $20/night

RV Sites

Full hookups available — $35/night

Lakefront Tents

Premium sites with lake views — $30/night

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Tent campsite under tall pine trees with Redfish Lake in the background

Campfire at dusk at Sockeye Campground with starry sky above

Location

In the heart of
Custer County

Perched at 6,800 feet on the eastern shore of Redfish Lake, Sockeye Campground sits within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area — one of Idaho's most celebrated stretches of wilderness.

Address

Redfish Lake Road
Custer County, Idaho 83278

Phone

(208) 737-3200

Season

May through September

Office hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM MST

Getting Here

From Ketchum, take US-20西 toward Sun Valley, then follow ID-75 north through Stanley to Redfish Lake. The campground is a short drive from the lake's main access road. From Boise, allow approximately 3.5 hours via US-20W.

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Moments
by the lake

A glimpse at the quiet beauty that greets guests each morning at Sockeye Campground.

Snow-capped peaks of the White Cloud Mountains reflected in Redfish Lake at dawn

Freshly caught sockeye salmon on a wooden board by the lake shore

Sunlight filtering through dense pine forest near Sockeye Campground

Misty dawn over Redfish Lake with calm glassy water and distant peaks

Wooden deck at the campground overlooking the lake with morning coffee

Fishing

Redfish Lake is renowned for its sockeye salmon runs and trout fishing. Gear can be arranged locally, and guided trips are available from Stanley.

Hiking

Trailheads for the Sawtooth Range begin just minutes away. From gentle lakeside walks to alpine passes above 10,000 feet, the choices are extraordinary.

Stargazing

At 6,800 feet with zero light pollution, the night sky here is uncompromising. Bring a blanket and let the Milky Way do the rest.

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Ready to
escape?

Whether you're planning a weekend by the lake or a week-long mountain retreat, we'd love to hear from you. Call us directly or fill out the form and we'll respond within 24 hours.

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