Recreation area

Pettit Lake Day Use Area

Sawtooth National Forest · Idaho — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Pettit Lake Day Use Area is a first-come, first-serve area and there is no fee. It offers access to the boat ramp and Pettit Lake for swimming, boating, canoeing, fishing and kayaking. Spend the day relaxing and taking pictures, exploring the wildflowers and beautiful Sawtooth wilderness, or celebrating special occasions. There is water, picnic tables and vaulted toilets. No personal watercraft are allowed on Pettit Lake.

Activities

  • BOATING
  • FISHING
  • HIKING
  • PICNICKING
  • WILDLIFE VIEWING
  • SWIMMING

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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.