Riley Creek
Riley Creek is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Idaho. Hookups: electric & water.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Idaho
- Coordinates
- 48.16111, -116.77028
- Hookups
- Electric & Water
- Activities
- Biking, Boating, Camping, Day Use Area, Fishing, Hiking, Interpretive Programs, Picnicking, Swimming Site, Water Sports, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 208-437-3133
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Riley Creek
Overview Riley Creek Recreation Area, situated on the banks of the Pend Oreille River, is the largest recreation area for the Albeni Falls Project, but still offers visitors peace and quiet and plenty of space to enjoy the scenic surroundings. Recreation Water sports are the most common activity at the lake, and boat ramps are provided at the campground. Visitors enjoy kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, water skiing and jet skiing. Campers are likely to spot wildlife in the area, with bald eagles, osprey, bears and most commonly, deer. A biking and hiking trail is available, giving campers a chance to enjoy the wildlife and greenery. Fishing piers, horseshoe pits, a beach volleyball court, basketball court and more make this campground an ideal place for family trips or groups of friends. A hiking and biking trail is accessible from the campground. Facilities Riley Creek is the largest campground at Albeni Falls, offering 67 campsites, all with electric and water hookups. Two large reservable picnic shelters are also available. As long as all equipment fits on the site pad, Riley Creek allows for an unlimited amount of tents per site. Natural Features Albeni Falls Dam was built in 1955 for flood control and power production on the Pend Oreille River. Today, the popular lake has the added benefit of providing visitors with countless year-round recreational activities. Lake Pend Oreille is surrounded by scenic mountains and is one of the largest and deepest natural
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Washington State Parks · 45 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Exxon · 15 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 17 designated routes (40 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priest River Campgrounds | Private campground | 5.6 mi | $25 | — |
| Priest River | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 5.8 mi | — | No hookups |
| Round Lake State Park Campground | RV park | 6.2 mi | — | — |
| Hidden Meadow RV Senior Park | RV park | 9.2 mi | — | — |
| Travel America Park | RV park | 9.7 mi | — | — |
| Springy Point Campground | Private campground | 10.0 mi | $25 | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.