Recreation area

Buster Lake Trailhead

Salmon-Challis National Forest · Idaho — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

This is the trailhead for trail #4153, Fanny's Hole and #4152, Buster Lake Trail.  There is one campsite above Buster Lake available for overnight camping.  The road is narrow and steep; 4wd recommended.

Activities

  • HIKING
  • PICNICKING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.