Recent samples taken by Nez Perce Tribe Water Resources Division in Winchester Lake show elevated levels of toxins, produced by cyanobacteria, which can be harmful to people, pets, and livestock. Visitors are urged to use caution when recreating near the water. For more information on HABs, visit http://www.gethealthy.dhw.idaho.gov/recreational-water or contact the park at 208-924-7563
Location: 38 miles S of Lewiston, ID | 138 miles S of Spokane, WA | 234 miles N of Boise, ID
Amenities:
- Auto Touring/Scenic Routes
- Boat Ramp/Launch
- Boat Rental (non-motorized)
- Charcoal Grills
- Dump station
- Electricity
- Fire Rings
- Firewood Sales
- Fish Cleaning Station
- Flush toilets
- Group Picnic Shelter
- Indoor Showers
- Life Jacket Loaner Station
- Paddle Board Rental
- Picnic Areas
- Swimming - Lake/River
- Vault Toilets
- Water - Drinking
Accommodations:
- RV Campsites
- Tent Campsites
- Yurts
Boating: Dock, ramp, electric boats only, no gas engines
Winter Groomed Nordic Track(s): Yes
Trail Types: Hike, bike, nordic
ADA Accessibility features:
- ADA Boat Ramp
- ADA Campsite
- ADA Restroom
- ADA Yurt
Acreage: 418
Elevation: 3,900
Coordinates: 46.235934, -116.627558
Groups: Camp, picnic, hike, cycle, mountain bike, fish, boat, playground, wildlife and wildflower viewing, snowshoe, Nordic skiing, ice fishing
Overnight: 46 serviced, 22 standard, 3 ADA campsites, 4 yurts (2 ADA). Reservations can be made for Memorial Day through Labor Day for campsites and year-round for yurts. (All sites with the exception of the Lodgepole Yurt are pet-friendly)
Nearby: Nez Perce National Historical Park, Museum of Winchester History, Historical Museum of St. Gertrude.
Rent or Buy: Canoes for rent when the water temp is 58 degrees or above.
Learn: Jr. Ranger Programs, Wolf Education and Research Center evening programs, First Time Adventure Program
Pets: Yes, all sites are pet-friendly with the exception of the Lodgepole Yurt
Visitor Center: Yes
Museum Available: No
Current Conditions
Address: 1786 Forest Rd
Winchester, ID 83555
Phone: (208) 924-7563
Hours of Operation: Day-use locations within state parks are open from 7 am to 10 pm, per Idaho state code 26.01.20 (5). Day-use hours may change based on park manager discretion.
