Access Site
ID
Stanley Lake
City: Stanley, ID
County: Custer County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.24677130, -115.06329336
Air Temp: --
Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Valley Creek at Stanley ID
4.2 mi away
Salmon River below Yankee Fork near Clayton ID
10.2 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Stanley Lake Overlook provides convenient boat ramp access to this popular mountain lake in the Sawtooth Mountains near Stanley, Idaho. The ramp is paved and located just outside the adjacent campground, offering easy launch conditions for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats. The lake is a large, scenic alpine body of water with no motor restrictions, making it suitable for a variety of water activities.
This site is ideal for paddlers and anglers seeking a high-elevation mountain experience. Stanley Lake is stocked with rainbow, cutthroat, brook, and bull trout, offering excellent fishing opportunities alongside recreational paddling. The dramatic views of McGown Peak and the surrounding Sawtooth Mountains make this a visually stunning destination. Several campgrounds are located within 10 miles, including Sunny Gulch, Grandjean, and Chinook Bay Campgrounds (all reservable), providing convenient overnight options for visitors. The nearby Idaho Centennial Trail also offers hiking access for those wanting to explore the backcountry.
This site is ideal for paddlers and anglers seeking a high-elevation mountain experience. Stanley Lake is stocked with rainbow, cutthroat, brook, and bull trout, offering excellent fishing opportunities alongside recreational paddling. The dramatic views of McGown Peak and the surrounding Sawtooth Mountains make this a visually stunning destination. Several campgrounds are located within 10 miles, including Sunny Gulch, Grandjean, and Chinook Bay Campgrounds (all reservable), providing convenient overnight options for visitors. The nearby Idaho Centennial Trail also offers hiking access for those wanting to explore the backcountry.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access
Stanley Lake Overlook
Nearby Campgrounds (13 within 10 miles)
SUNNY GULCH CAMPGROUND
On-site
Reservable
Grandjean Campground
On-site
Reservable
Chinook Bay Campground
On-site
Reservable
Mountain View Campground (ID)
On-site
Reservable
SHEEP TRAIL CAMPGROUND
On-site
Reservable
TRAP CREEK CAMPGROUND
On-site
Reservable
Sawtooth National Forest - Grandjean Campground
On-site
ELK CREEK CAMPGROUND (SAWTOOTH NF)
On-site
Reservable
Salmon River Campground
On-site
Reservable
Iron Creek Campground (ID)
On-site
Reservable
STANLEY LAKE CAMPGROUND
On-site
Reservable
Mountain View Campground
On-site
Thatcher Campground
On-site