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Priest Lake · The outdoor list

Trails, docks, farms, markets.

The boat launch with the deepest channel. The trail to the gorge. The farm stand that takes Venmo. The icon you've heard of and the one you haven't.

Boat launches

3 listed
  • Nordman
    Elkins Resort Boat Rentals
    Editor's pick

    The lake's longest-running boat rental operator, on the sandy shore of Reeder Bay since 1932 — rental boats come with tubes, wakeboards, and water skis included.

    (208) 443-2432Visit site ↗
  • Coolin
    Crown Jewel Water Sports
    Editor's pick

    A rental operator in Coolin on the lake's south end — ski boats, wakeboard boats, touring boats, WaveRunners, and sailboards.

  • Coolin
    Clipper Marina
    Editor's pick

    A marina with boat rentals, moorage, and a fully stocked marina store, including jet-powered pontoon boats.

Iconic stops

2 listed
  • Coolin
    Priest Lake State Park
    Editor's pick

    Three units spread along the lake: Indian Creek, mid-lake, is the largest, with a boat ramp, docks, camping, and wide sandy beaches; Lionhead, at the north end, has its own beach and boat dock; Dickensheet, along the Priest River below the outlet, is small but good for wading and fishing.

    (208) 443-2200Visit site ↗
  • Coolin
    Leonard Paul Store
    Editor's pick

    A general mercantile on the lake's east shore in Coolin, opened in 1906 by 19-year-old Leonard Paul — groceries, liquor, espresso, Northwest gifts and clothing, still the hub of the lake's south end.

    208-443-3800Visit site ↗