Redfish Lake

Stanley, Idaho

4.4/5

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Redfish Lake is a great basecamp for tons of hikes near nearby. Want to get out on the lake, there is a lodge with rental sups and canoes. At Redfish, there are 8 campgrounds with a 100 plus sites.

There are plenty of camping spots all within walking distance of the lake or the outlet stream. There are also tons of hikes in the surrounding Sawtooth Mountain Range. The lake is known for its historic Sockeye Salmon runs. The lake is very close to Stanley Idaho and leads into the salmon river. The view from the lake rivals places like the Canadian rockies or the Dolomites. There are spots for campers and Rv's but tent camping is easier.

If having four walls is more your speed, you can reserve a room at the Redfish Lake Lodge.

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Redfish Lake Reviews

Stephanie Lopez

Wayfinder

Redfish Lake

11/19/24

Beautiful lake. We went in November when the lodge is closed so no one there. It is a beautiful spot to sit down and enjoy the lake with the Mountain View’s. Very quiet and relaxing. Big parking lot, but I imagine in summertime. It does get full quickly. Bathrooms are closed in the winter.

4.0

Annelise A

Explorer

Redfish Lake

10/22/20

This lake is pretty popular, but every time I go it never seems too crowded. Hang at the beach, grab some ice cream, go paddle boarding, or start a hike from here!

3.0

Hannah Swift

Wanderer

Redfish Lake

12/31/18

This place is stunning. Words could not do it justice. I only wish we would have brought the kayaks!

5.0

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Sara Sheehy

Explorer

Redfish Lake

11/07/17

Redfish Lake is my favorite place to camp. The views are spectacular, especially at sunrise and sunset. Bring chairs to lounge on the beach, and a kayak or paddle board if you have it.

5.0

Beyonce

Beginner

Redfish Lake

03/03/16

So beautiful there. I'd recommend it to anyone.

5.0

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Photograph Redfish Lake at Dawn

There are several good spots to photograph along the shore of Redfish Lake. The marina at Redfish Lake Lodge is a great viewpoint. Also be sure to follow the path to the east of the lodge to visit some of the beaches on the north shore. It is here that you can often find yourself alone at dawn when the lake is completely still. Many mornings there is a blanket of fog covering the lake, so captu...

Fishhook Creek Trail

This easy hike starts off from the dirt parking lot near Redfish Lake Lodge. Two small footpaths lead away from the far end of the parking lot crossing the road to the lodge just down to the left. The right trail will take you straight to the Fishhook Creek Trailhead, while the left trail will give a short detour over a downed log into a nice wooded area with fantastic photo opportunities of F...

Thompson Peak Trail

The Sawtooths are known for its craggy shapes protruding from central Idaho. Although the hike to Thompson Peak isn't necessarily a rare or tremendously physical feat, it's a proud, boastful moment bagging the tallest peak in the range. Here's the scoop: To reach Redfish Trailhead, head south of Stanley for about 6 miles and follow signs for Redfish Lake. Just before the lodge there is a parki...

Marshall Ridge via Fishhook Creek Trailhead

Start your hike at the Fishhook Creek Trailhead by Redfish Lake. Park in the dirt parking lot across the street. Follow the trail (mostly flat) a few hundred feet to the first fork. Here, continue straight to Fishhook Creek. After another short bit on the fairly flat trail, which leads through a gentle forest, you'll come to another fork. Take the trail to the right, which goes up the side of t...

Bench Lakes Trail

This hike is great for anyone wanting to experience a scenic trail and peaceful alpine lakes. The five Bench Lakes are a chain of lakes draining from Mt. Heyburn. Park in the dirt parking lot across from the Fishhook Creek Trailhead near Redfish Lake. Shortly after the start of the trail you will reach the first fork. Take the trail to the left towards Bench Lakes and follow it across a small...

Ski to Redfish Lake

Park in the turnout west of Redfish Lake Road on Highway 75. The turnout is plowed to fit 10 to 15 cars.Walk over the bridge and turn right onto Redfish Lake Road. You will likely see tracks as it's a good access spot for backcountry skiers. The trail follows the road and is easy to navigate.Pass by the beautiful timber bridge over Redfish Creek before seeing Little Redfish Lake on your right. ...

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