About Buster Lake Trailhead
This is the trailhead for trail #4153, Fanny's Hole and #4152, Buster Lake Trail. There is one campsite above Buster Lake available for overnight camping. The road is narrow and steep; 4wd recommended.
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Buster Lake Trailhead
Challis, Idaho · Custer County · Facility
This is the trailhead for trail #4153, Fanny's Hole and #4152, Buster Lake Trail. There is one campsite above Buster Lake available for overnight camping. The road is narrow and steep; 4wd recommended.
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Weather at Buster Lake Trailhead
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Drizzle
47°/36°
💧 16%🌬 13mph
↑ 5:57 AM ↓ 9:13 PM
Sun
Overcast
51°/30°
💧 2%🌬 13mph
↑ 5:56 AM ↓ 9:14 PM
Mon
Drizzle
52°/29°
💧 16%🌬 12mph
↑ 5:55 AM ↓ 9:15 PM
Tue
Overcast
61°/34°
💧 2%🌬 13mph
↑ 5:55 AM ↓ 9:15 PM
Wed
Light Drizzle
66°/38°
💧 3%🌬 9mph
↑ 5:55 AM ↓ 9:16 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to Buster Lake Trailhead
Heading to Buster Lake Trailhead? 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
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