Summary
No reservations or permits are required, and there are no fees. Amenities are minimal: no toilets or drinking water, but most sites have primitive fire rings; no picnic tables. RVs can access the area via Forest Service roads, though no hookups are available. The camping experience is quiet and remote, with a peaceful lakeside setting surrounded by forested hills. Popular for fishing, kayaking, and nearby hiking in the Coeur d'Alene Mountains. Best visited late spring through early fall when roads are accessible and weather is mild.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Kilarney Lake
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Popcorn Island
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Beauty Creek
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Beauty Creek Campground
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Camp Coeur d’Alene
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Sheep Springs
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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COEUR D'ALENE 6.6 SSW
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COEUR D'ALENE
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ST. MARIES 2.8 S
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KELLOGG
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MICA CREEK
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1" |
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MICA CREEK
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