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Howard Lake Campground

Noxon, Idaho · Lincoln County · Campground

Howard Lake campground is located south of Libby on road 4779. The campground has 10 sites (3 pull thru's) including one host site with tables and fire rings. Camground roads and parking spurs are gravel. Amentities include vault toilets and swimming beach. There are 2 day use sites with fire rings and picnic tables ne…

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Howard Lake Campground

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High59°F
Avg Low43°F
Peak Rain Chance51%
Humidity76%
UV (avg)5
Air Quality36 · Good
Today
🌦
Light Drizzle
54°/46°
💧 11%🌬 15mph
5:47 AM9:32 PM
Sun
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Rain
56°/46°
💧 43%🌬 12mph
5:46 AM9:33 PM
Mon
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Heavy Drizzle
50°/41°
💧 51%🌬 10mph
5:46 AM9:33 PM
Tue
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Overcast
61°/39°
💧 28%🌬 4mph
5:45 AM9:34 PM
Wed
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Heavy Drizzle
72°/41°
💧 4%🌬 6mph
5:44 AM9:35 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Howard Lake Campground

Howard Lake campground is located south of Libby on road 4779. The campground has 10 sites (3 pull thru's) including one host site with tables and fire rings. Camground roads and parking spurs are gravel. Amentities include vault toilets and swimming beach. There are 2 day use sites with fire rings and picnic tables near the beach area.The camphost may close the gate to the campground each evening at 10:00 pm and open it again at 7:00 am. The gate closes for the season on December 1st and is opened again when access permits.Howard Lake and Howard Creek were prospected and named after the Howard brothers, Alfred and Benjamin. These two were among some of the the earliest miners to file and work claims on Upper Libby Creek from 1885 to 1915 when at the age of 80 Benjamin died.

What to Pack for Your Stay

Tuned to the live forecast for this park.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 15 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.
  • Rain jacket / shell
    51% chance of precipitation in the forecast.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection
    Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
  • 🛍
    Dry bags for electronics
    Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Plan Your Visit to Howard Lake Campground

Heading to Howard Lake Campground? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Howard Lake Campground?

No central reservation system listed for Howard Lake Campground. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/237176) for the latest entry policy and availability.