Priest Lake is an easy place to visit...an unspoiled natural wonderland, uncrowded and unhurried. You'll discover a magnificent 23,000 acre azure lake nestled beneath the majestic Selkirk Mountains — without question, one of the most beautiful wilderness areas you’ll ever see.

Priest Lake’s breathtaking scenery is limited only by the horizon. This spectacular backdrop coupled with the myriad of available recreational opportunities make Priest Lake an unforgettable experience. You’ll discover fantastic boating, fishing, hiking, camping, snowmobiling, hunting, cross-country skiing, and so much moreat Priest Lake... along with an abundance of Priest Lake hospitality.

Priest Lake is truly Sensational in all Seasons. You will arrive a visitor, but will be welcomed, treated, and treasured as friend.

Priest Lake lies at an elevation of 2,500', and is located in the "Panhandle" of North Idaho, 80 miles north of Spokane, Washington, and 30 miles south of the Canadian border. The lake is 25 miles long and is connected to Upper Priest Lake by a scenic, slow moving 2.5 mile long thoroughfare. The lake is surrounded by 80 miles of shoreline with sandy beaches and has seven islands. The lake lies in the Selkirk Mountain Range, an offset of the Rockies, which rise above the east shore to 7,656 feet. Priest Lake is a small unincorporated community of about 500 permanent residents and increases to as many as 2,500 in the summer.
 
Unique to Priest Lake is the extensive amount of public lands, ensuring the natural beauty for generations