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Camping near Coeur d'Alene spans lakeside sites, wooded tent sites, and campgrounds with playgrounds and open spaces for kids. Gilmore Campground in Farragut State Park sits close to Lake Pend Oreille, which makes it good for swimming and boating. If you're bringing kids, several local campgrounds have playgrounds and open spaces where they can run around. Farragut State Park covers a large area with hiking trails that wind through the woods and along viewpoints. You should book sites ahead in summer when campgrounds fill up quickly, especially on weekends. Bears and smaller wildlife live in the area, so hanging food or using bear boxes is important. During dry summers, fire bans sometimes limit campfires, so check with rangers before your trip. Coeur d'Alene town is about 30 minutes from most campgrounds when you need supplies or want a restaurant meal. Fishing is big here - both in the smaller lakes and in Lake Coeur d'Alene itself. Spring camping brings wildflowers while fall has fewer crowds and colorful trees. Winter camping exists at some year-round sites, but you'll need warm gear and good sleeping bags. The mix of lakes, mountains, and forests makes Coeur d'Alene campgrounds popular destinations for outdoor recreation throughout the year. Whether you stay for two nights or a week, you'll find enough to do around Coeur d'Alene. Pack out all your trash and stay on marked trails to help keep these camping areas nice.
"This is a small, regional campground in Liberty Lake, between Spokane WA and Coeur D’Alene ID."
"This is a Spokane County campground about a mile from the Idaho border. It’s located down a country road so use the website to find it."
from $25 / night
Check Availability"Great little spot with close access to lake beaches and hiking trails. I stayed for 2 nights with my dog and it was very enjoyable."
"We stayed in a big open central meadow that had a few sites in it, but the campground also had some sites that were more tucked back in the vegetation."
from $26 - $85 / night
Check Availability"9/14 to 9/17/19 Blackwell Island RV Resort
Coeur d'alene Idaho
Close to interstate, located next to Spokane River and lake. Boat and kayak rentals."
"Nicely located and well maintained large rv park on Lake Coeur d’Alene. This park offers both lake front and non-lakefront spaces with full hookups."
"Really nice and clean campground perfectly situated to explore Coeur d'Alene and the area. The camphost was super friendly and always happy to help. We were staying on a tent place but in a van."
"I had no problem with the access to the rv park. If you are coming off of interstate 90, don't use exit 13. The round about is way to small to handle big rig or any camper."
from $49 - $55 / night
Check Availability"This is a great stop point before getting into Idaho. The campground was very well maintained and great to stay at. It is located in between Spokane proper and Coeur d'Alene (so Spokane Valley)."
"Nice little place in the Spokane Valley close to shopping Idaho boarder. Has small outdoor pool bike rentals. Good bathroom and showers."
from $50 - $300 / night
Check Availability"And if you're in Coeur d'alene, you have to go eat at the Wolf Lodge."
"If in B, C or D try to get a high number (farther away from the road)."
from $45 - $85 / night
Check Availability"River access from the campground to coeur d'Alene lake. Close to the city. Beautiful area. Interstate noise is not too bad. The people are so very kind and you can tell they love their place."
"Was looking for a tent site close to Coeur d‘Alene and found this park. The tent sites are on a grassy area by the creek."
"We were able to work with employees with parking extended because our rv needed work done so we could really drive it. They were understanding and sweet. Great spot."
"There are pull through for bigger rigs, but we stayed with our 19’ Class B on the regular parking next to the RV area. There were a couple additional vans doing the same."
"Only giving 4 stars because of how close together the sites are situated. Otherwise, this is a nice rv park/ campground."
"Came in late and stayed with friends for a night, was able to get a tent site right next to them. Shower & bathrooms were clean, very safe and secure campground ♥️"
from $50 - $75 / night
Check Availability"The location is right next to the biking trail and river boardwalk a short distance to the city park. The management was helpful and friendly. Not much ambience, but a great location."
"Near Lake Pend Oreille. Grab the kayak or boat & enjoy!"
ScoutVery beautiful and secluded area. the roads are pretty rough though, you would need a pretty high off the ground car to drive through. The sound of the river and the views are very nice. The campsite itself is pretty open. No bathrooms are available at least from where we were.
ScoutNice little campground next to I90 with bike trails right across the street. Lots of highway noise and our site was a pull thru but not a lot of space. You can take a tour of the actual gold mine and see some relics
Scout5/5 Stars⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I cannot thank the team at Trailer Inns enough for their incredible hospitality. I was mandatorily evacuated from Bowl and Pitcher State Park on the second day of a five-night reservation due to nearby wildfires. At 3:30 PM, they were the first place I called, and they immediately told me to "come on in, they had a spot. "They originally booked me for two nights with the option for two more if I couldn't return to the state park. When I couldn't go back, they extended my stay for the additional two nights with absolutely no questions asked. I have stayed at urban RV parks previously and understand what they are, so I have zero negative feedback. While the spaces are tight and there are a lot of permanent residents, everyone was incredibly friendly and quiet. I stayed on the side facing the reasonably quiet street next to I-90, so the interstate noise was minimal even at its worst. My site featured a brand-new, level concrete pad with full hookups, decent free internet, and convenient access to the clean laundry and bathroom facilities.
TravelerSites are on top of each other! Feels like you’re packed in like sardines. Garbage was overflowing. Definitely would not recommend
ScoutI loved bowl and pitcher but you need a discovery pass to stay and it's not free,
GuideThis site was cool because we were away from the crowded other end of the campground. Great spot for a camper van or small RV setup.
ScoutQuite a good place to park our truck camper. You drive about 4-8 miles up the paved windy road so long campers may have trouble. You park in this big gravel lot across the fire station. I think good views- but we’re here while it’s Smokey from the Canada fires (7/29/26). Bathrooms on site. No other kind of hookups. Residential trash allowed after visit but please be respectful of what you throw away.
GuideYou can tell the locals know about this area and use it for the lake and ATV access. It’s easily accessible, and quiet really. Sure it’s right off the “road”, but is not a main road, it’s a FSR so the traffic is fellow travelers or trail goers. Calms down to. O thing at night. There isn’t many “lakefront” options, and they were taken so we went down a little further and had creek access which was perfect.
GuideI am in a cab over camper at a tent site and do not need power or water. Easy to level a nice grassy sites. Sites are a bit close together for tents and RVs. Very quiet and I would stay again. Only one night passing through.
Private campgrounds around Coeur d'Alene offer alternatives to state park camping, with sites ranging from $35 to $75 per night depending on amenities. Most private campgrounds near Coeur d'Alene remain open from May through September, though several RV parks operate year-round. The area combines mountain terrain with lake access, creating varied camping options within 30 minutes of downtown.
Creek exploration: Beauty Creek Campground has hiking trails that connect to the surrounding area. One camper notes, "Great little spot with close access to lake beaches and hiking trails. I stayed for 2 nights with my dog and it was very enjoyable."
Kayaking and boating: Camp Coeur D'Alene provides watercraft options for campers. A visitor shared, "We took the paddle boat our for a sunset cruise and it was a very memorable experience!" Another mentioned that the campground offers "free canoes, hot showers, flush toilets, free firewood."
Swimming at Liberty Lake: The beach area at Liberty Lake Regional Park makes for a good day activity. A camper reported, "There is a clean shower/bathroom building and a beach within walking distance of the campground."
Wildlife viewing: Look for animals around campsites. At Liberty Lake, a visitor noted, "There were deer in the campground every day, we saw moose, owls, pilated woodpecker, and hawks."
Free amenities: Many appreciate extras included with site fees. At Camp Coeur D'Alene, one camper mentioned, "This CG has everything you can ask for from Kayaks on lake CDA to shower, laundry etc and more than one."
Clean facilities: Campgrounds maintain good restroom standards. A camper at Beauty Creek observed the "pit toilets were very clean and smelled surprisingly good!" While at Wolf Lodge Campground, a visitor noted, "Showers were large, clean with lots of hot water and free!"
Quiet spaces: Some campgrounds offer more secluded sites. At Beauty Creek Campground, "Sites 12 and higher have more privacy. Very clean pit toilets."
Camp hosts: Many campers mention helpful staff. One camper stated, "The camp host was very friendly and accommodating" at Beauty Creek, while another said Wolf Lodge had "Friendly staff and clean. I really like this spot."
Highway noise: Some campgrounds sit close to major roads. A visitor at Wolf Lodge Campground noted, "Unfortunately, the interstate with heavy truck traffic is right next to it. Felt like the traffic was going through my tent."
Site spacing: Private campgrounds often place sites close together. At Blackwell Island RV Park, a camper observed, "Sites VERY close so no privacy at all. Very limited shade."
Insect concerns: Yellow jackets appear at some locations. A Beauty Creek camper warned, "Yellow jackets are swarming you. Nobody was stung when we were there and I find that amazing."
Train noise: Some campgrounds experience railroad disruptions. At Spokane KOA Journey, "The tent sites had a nice triangular metal and wood canopy for shelter from rain and also for shade. It is right next to an active railroad, so bring earplugs."
BMX and play areas: Kids enjoy active facilities. At Blackwell Island RV Park, "They've added cute touches around the premises. A kids BMX dirt bike area, secret gardens, walking nature paths and a pond with their own resident ducks."
Camping entertainment: Look for family-friendly activities. Wolf Lodge Campground Idaho offers "a trampoline, playground, and other games. This looks to be a very family friendly park."
Island camping option: Some sites offer extra privacy. At Camp Coeur D'Alene, "We were lucky enough to land the island campground which made the whole experience amazing! This place has great amenities which made it the nicest campground I had been to for awhile."
Swimming access: Water activities keep kids entertained. A Liberty Lake camper mentioned there's a "nice beach area for swimming. The camping area isn't really privet."
Hookup specifics: Know what's available at each campground. At Kootenai County Fairgrounds RV Park, "Most of the sites are full hookup with 30 and 50 amp electric. Water and sewer dump. There is also a sewer dump station with 4 dumps, located just west of this park."
Site leveling: Be prepared for uneven spots. A camper at Liberty Lake advised, "Bring your blocks. Nice cozy camp site. Can be a bit crowded but is nice here."
Overnight options: Free RV parking exists for short stays. At Cabela's in Post Falls, "There were probably 20 RVs/vehicles camping over the 4th of July weekend. Cabela's has a sign saying RVs are permitted for stays up to 48 hours."
Big rig access: Some campgrounds accommodate large vehicles better than others. At Kootenai County, a reviewer confirmed, "This place is big rig friendly. I stayed in a 45 class A motorhome with a tow vehicle. I had no problem with the access to the rv park."
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you camp at Coeur d'Alene State Park and what amenities are available?
While there isn't a specific "Coeur d'Alene State Park," the area offers several state parks with camping facilities. Heyburn State Park features multiple campgrounds including Hawleys Landing, which offers well-maintained sites with clean facilities and dump stations. The park provides access to the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes for biking and wildlife viewing opportunities. Farragut State Park is another excellent option with numerous amenities including shaded campsites, shower and bathroom facilities, hiking and biking trails, and disc golf. Both parks offer picnic tables and fire rings at campsites, with various recreational activities available nearby.
Where are the best campgrounds near Coeur d'Alene for overnight stays?
The Coeur d'Alene area offers several excellent overnight camping options. Camp Coeur D Alene provides a unique experience with sites tucked under giant pines on different levels, creating a sense of privacy despite their proximity. They offer tent areas, RV spots, and log cabins of various sizes. For nature lovers, Devils Elbow provides a beautiful riverside experience where you can fall asleep to the sound of the Coeur d'Alene river. Other notable options include Whitetail Campground at Farragut State Park with its family-friendly activities and Big Hank Campground in the Coeur d'Alene National Forest, known for excellent fishing access and peaceful surroundings.
What camping options are available in Coeur d'Alene for different vehicle types?
Coeur d'Alene offers diverse camping options for various vehicle types. For RVs, Wallace RV Park provides convenient amenities with a brewery and restaurant on-site, plus walking distance access to the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes. Spokane KOA Journey in nearby Spokane Valley offers well-maintained facilities with numerous spots for different vehicle sizes, making it a great stopover before entering Idaho. For those seeking free dispersed camping, Bull Run Access Dispersed provides several spots with fire pits along the Coeur d'Alene Trail. The Kootenai County Fairgrounds RV Park offers additional options for larger vehicles, while Bumblebee Campground accommodates smaller setups along the Coeur d'Alene River Road.
Are there lakefront camping options on Coeur d'Alene Lake?
Blackwell Island RV Park offers prime lakefront camping on Coeur d'Alene Lake. Located next to both the Spokane River and the lake, it features nice waterfront sites with chairs positioned for optimal lake views. The park provides boat and kayak rentals for water recreation. Sites are gravel and level, with full hookups available for RVs. For a more natural setting, Chatcolet Campground in Heyburn State Park offers peaceful lakeside camping with lovely views of the water through the trees. While not directly on Coeur d'Alene Lake itself, it's situated on connected waters and provides similar scenic beauty and water access in a quieter environment.
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