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Mirror Lake: Bigfoot Campout
Mirror Lake: Bigfoot Campout is located near the scenic terrain of northern Idaho, featuring forests and lakes. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the hiking trails of the Selkirk Mountains and the waters of Priest Lake.
Description
*** Voted #1 Campground in Idaho 2022, 2024 and #2 in 2023 (Hipcamp Awards) ***
Like a postcard photograph, Bigfoot Campout is perched up about 50 feet over Mirror Lake, sitting in a mountain bowl on one end of the lake. Campers will have gorgeous views and sunsets over the lake. Fishing, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, hiking and wildlife watching abound. The campsite is off-the-beaten path so you'll be away from the crowds, yet the site is still close to other area attractions like Lake Pend Oreille (10 min. drive), charming downtown Sandpoint (15 min. drive) and Silverwood Theme Park (30 min. drive).
The beauty and allure of Mirror Lake led to it being featured in two Hollywood movies -- Dante's Peak (1997) and Mel (1998). The lake itself is excellent for fishing, and stocked with Kokanee, Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Cutthroat Trout. The stocking is typically scheduled for the first week of June each year, so if you are an angler, it's best to come after June 7th for the best fishing. (Just before June, the fish stock will be at it's lowest point of the year, so keep that in mind.)
Paying homage to the Bigfoot legend in northern Idaho, the theme of this campground is all things Sasquatch! Can you find all 9 Sasquatch hiding throughout the campground? Some are hard to find, while others are in plain sight!
Swimming in nearby Talache Landing (a.k.a. Talache Beach) on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille is an absolute must-do. The views are absolutely stunning and the water is crystal clear -- and quite refreshing on a hot day.
Fishing is best done in a canoe or small boat which can be put in at our campground dock (free) or at the nearby public boat ramp ($5 fee). Fishing off of the campground dock is also a possibility but beware that lily pads are prevalent.
Please obey all of the camp rules which are listed in each campsite. The most important campground rule is leaving the campground just as you found it, or better. This means smothering fires and packing out all trash to prevent wildlife from visiting our campground!
A bit of history...
In 2021, the campsites were graveled and graded, each with their own picnic table and fire pit. A mulch tent pad was added to Campsites C and D. An on-site Port-A-Potty was also installed at this time.
In 2022, 50-30-20 Amp electric pedestals for camper and RV use were installed in campsites B and C/D. Also, a sand tent pad was installed in campsite F and a Sasquatch Trail was added where you can search for many Bigfoot hiding in the woods!
In 2023 a brand-new 70' elevated nature-walk and dock were installed on the lakefront. In campsite E, a mulch tent pad was installed. Also, an interactive "Enchanted Forest" was added to the campground, which lights up a night to reveal all of the woodland creatures that live there! (Kids love this!)
In 2024, a lakefront tiny cabin was added down by the dock at Campsite A, along with a grassy beach, hammocks and a grass tent pad. An Amenities Shed full of several camping games like horseshoes and corn hole was also added by the Port-A-Potty area. Two additional Port-A-Potties were also added, bringing the total to three for the campground.
In 2025, a water tower will be installed, allowing campers to fill up with potable water within steps of each campsite. In addition, Fern Trail will be completed where you can hike through a "fern forest" along the lakefront.
In 2026, a concrete corn hole pit will be installed, as well as a "shower bag" showering area. Yurt construction will also begin in 2026, with likely completion in 2027.
As the host for this campground, I do not live on-site. You may reach me anytime before, during, or after your stay via phone, text or Hipcamp messenger. I almost always respond within a few minutes. Detailed directions, and camp information will be sent to every booked guest 48 hours prior to their arrival.
When selecting your campsite, please take note of the following:
Best lake views: Campsite A, C and D. (Campsites E and F have partially obstructed lake views due to trees.)
Easiest RV access: Campsite B. It's a pull-through site.
Most private: Campsites A and B, or booking Campsites C/D or E/F together. (Do not book C/D or E/F for complete privacy unless you book them in pairs.)
Most shade: Campsites A, E and F.
Sunniest: Campsites B, C an D.
Electric access: Campsites B, C and D. (C/D share a power pedestal.)
Nearest to Port-a-Potty: Campsites A and E.
Nearest to lake: Campsite A.
Best for large parties: Booking Campsites C/D together (for larger RV camping parties) or booking Campsites E/F together (for moderate-sized tent camping parties).
Property located 48°10'11.0"N, 116°30'02.1"WLike a postcard photograph, Bigfoot Campout is perched up about 50 feet over Mirror Lake, sitting in a mountain bowl on one end of the lake. Campers will have gorgeous views and sunsets over the lake. Fishing, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, hiking and wildlife watching abound. The campsite is off-the-beaten path so you'll be away from the crowds, yet the site is still close to other area attractions like Lake Pend Oreille (10 min. drive), charming downtown Sandpoint (15 min. drive) & Silverwood Theme Park (30 min. drive).
The beauty and allure of Mirror Lake led to it being featured in two Hollywood movies -- Dante's Peak (1997) and Mel (1998). The lake itself is excellent for fishing, and stocked with Kokanee, Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Cutthroat Trout.
Swimming in nearby Talache Landing (a.k.a. Talache Beach) on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille is an absolute must-do. The views are absolutely stunning and the water is crystal clear -- and quite refreshing on a hot day.
Fishing is best done in a canoe or small boat which can be put in at our campground dock (free) or at the nearby public boat ramp ($5 fee). Fishing off of the campground dock is also a possibility but beware that lily pads are prevalent.
Please obey all of the camp rules which are listed on the laminated brochure at the campground entrance. The most important campground rule is leaving the campground just as you found it. This means packing out all trash to prevent wildlife from visiting our campground!
A bit of history…
In 2021, the campsites were graveled and graded, each with their own picnic table and fire pit. A mulch tent pad was added to Campsites C & D. An on-site portable toilet was also installed at this time.
In 2022, 50-30-20-Amp electric pedestals for camper and RV use were installed in Campsites B and C/D. (Electric fee may apply -- please ask Host.) Also, a sand tent pad was installed in Campsite F.
In 2023 a brand-new 70' elevated nature-walk & dock were installed on the lakefront. In Campsite E, a mulch tent pad was installed. Also, an interactive "Enchanted Forest" was added to the campground, which lights up a night to reveal all of the woodland creatures that live there! (Kids love this!)
In 2024, a 2-bed lakefront cabin was added down by the dock at Campsite A. An "amenities shed" full of several camping games like horseshoes, bocce, and corn hole was added by the Port-a-Potty .
In 2025, a well & pump will be installed, allowing campers to fill up with potable water within steps of each campsite. Also, a new grass beach will be created by the dock, which will be great for picnicking.
As the host for this campground, I do not live on-site. You may reach me anytime before, during, or after your stay via phone, text or email. I almost always respond within a few minutes. Detailed directions, and camp information will be sent to every booked guest 48 hours prior to their arrival.
When selecting your campsite, please take note of the following:
Best lake views: Campsite A, C and D. (Campsites E & F have limited lake views)
Easiest RV access: Campsite B.
Most private: Campsite B or Campsites E & F when booked together.
Most shade: Campsites E & F.
Sunniest: Campsite B.
Electric access: Campsites B, C & D. (C & D share a power pedestal.)
Nearest to Port-a-Potty: Campsite E.
Nearest to lake: Campsite A.
Best for large parties: Book Campsites C & D together (for larger RV camping parties) or book Campsites E & F together (for larger tent camping parties).
Location
Mirror Lake: Bigfoot Campout is located in Idaho
Directions
As a reminder for your upcoming trip to Bigfoot Campout on Mirror Lake, here are the directions to the campground, as well as some other valuable information! Street Address: 675 Mirror Lake Rd, Sagle, ID GPS Coordinates: 48°10'11.0"N, 116°30'02.1"W Driving Directions: PLEASE USE THESE EVEN IF YOU ARE USING GPS From Coeur d'Alene... Take 95 NORTH for 41 miles. At Sagle Road, turn RIGHT. After 1.5 miles, take Talache Road to the RIGHT where it forks off of Sagle Road. Stay on Talache Road past Shepherd Lake -- which will be on your right -- for about 3 miles until you see a big white arrow sign pointing left to Mirror Lake. This is where Mirror Lake Road begins. Drive down Mirror Lake Road and when you are about 200 feet from the dock & boat ramp on the lake, you will see a "Y" in the road. This "Y" is easy to miss so be alert! (Look for a tree with 2 yellow reflectors on it--that's where the "Y" is.) You'll need to go LEFT here and continue to follow Mirror Lake Rd around the north side of the lake for another 1/10th of a mile. (Disregard the "Private Property / No Trespassing" signs.) You'll soon see a brown & yellow Bigfoot Campout sign at the start of a gravel driveway called Recreation Loop. Go LEFT here, drive up the small hill, and you will arrive at the campground! From Sandpoint... Take 95 SOUTH for 6 miles. At Sagle Road, turn LEFT. After 1.5 miles, take Talache Road to the RIGHT where it forks off of Sagle Road. Stay on Talache Road past Shepherd Lake -- which will be on your right -- for about 3 miles until you see a big white arrow sign pointing left to Mirror Lake. This is where Mirror Lake Road begins. Drive down Mirror Lake Road and when you are about 200 feet from the dock & boat ramp on the lake, you will see a "Y" in the road. This "Y" is easy to miss so be alert! (Look for a tree with 2 yellow reflectors on it--that's where the "Y" is.) You'll need to go LEFT here and continue to follow Mirror Lake Rd around the north side of the lake for another 1/10th of a mile. (Disregard the "Private Property / No Trespassing" signs.) You'll soon see a brown & yellow Bigfoot Campout sign at the start of a gravel driveway called Recreation Loop. If you are staying in Sites B, C, D, E or F, go LEFT here, drive up the small hill, and you will arrive at the campground! Site B is to the right upon entering the campground and Sites C, D, E and F are to the left upon entering the campground. If you are staying in Site A, do NOT go up the driveway, but instead keep going straight just a little further until you see another sign that says "Fishing Dock -->". Go RIGHT here and you'll see Campsite A on the right just 100 feet up the road. (Campsite A campers: it's recommended that you park behind the cabin if your vehicle is small or along the road shoulder, just past the cabin, if your vehicle is long.) Please take CAREFUL note of which campsite you booked in your reservation details and DO NOT switch campsites. Stay in the campsite that you selected during your booking. Never assume that because another campsite is vacant that it is not booked. Many campers arrive late at night and if their site is taken by another camping party, it can cause great amounts of confusion and inconvenience to both them and the camping party set-up at that site. Hammock Use: The hammock to the left of the dock (when facing the lake) is for public use, while the other hammocks are exclusively for Campsite A campers. Trash: Please pack out ALL trash so that we can keep wildlife, ants, flies and bees from visiting our campground. Complimentary trash bags for packing out trash are available in the small grey box next to the Port-a-Potty. Feel free to grab a bag or two upon checking in. (Note: we do have a "last resort use only" trash bin that has a lock on it. If you really need to use it due to an extenuating circumstance, just text me and I'll send you the code to open it.) Firewood: Bundles of firewood should be purchased at the Conoco station in Sagle before you arrive at the campground. There is an abundant amount of deadfall to scavenge in the forest surrounding the campground if you don't wish to pay for a bundle. If you choose the latter option, it is advisable to bring an axe or hatchet to cut the deadfall into smaller pieces. Campfire Restrictions: To determine if there are any campfire restrictions during the dates of your stay, visit this site prior to your arrival: https://www.idl.idaho.gov/fire-management/fire-restrictions-finder/ If the North Zone is in "green", there are no restrictions. Extras: Extension cords, electric splitters, RV leveling blocks, horseshoes, corn hole, sleeping pads, and some basic tools are all available for use for a nominal $0.99 fee in our Amenities Shed, near the Port-a-Potty. (Please be sure to return them after use!) If you order any of these items, please message me for the lock code to the Amenities Shed. Other Important Information: Water fill-up station, RV dump station and dumpster access can be accessed to the north at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. The best swimming in the area is Talache Beach (a.k.a. Talache Landing), which is a short 4 mile drive past Mirror Lake to Lake Pend Oreille. The water there is crystal clear and the views are absolutely stunning. You can also swim in Mirror Lake itself by entering the lake at the nearby public boat ramp and paying a small fee (about $3), or for free if you launch a kayak/canoe/boat from the on-site fishing dock to get away from the shoreline, where lily pads are abundant. Please review our camp rules in the listing, especially the ones about noise, trash, fires and pets. The most important rule, however, is to leave the campsite as good (or better!) than you found it. Finally, I know that sometimes even the greatest camping trip can be diminished if just one thing goes awry. If something like that happens, would you please give me the opportunity to fix the issue before you consider leaving a negative review? I am always available by phone, text or email if you have a question, concern, suggestion or feedback. I'll do anything within my capabilities to make your stay a 10-out-of-10! Thank you again and enjoy your stay on the lake!
Coordinates
48.16887245913884 N
116.50010093250776 W
Detours Nearby
Schweitzer Mountain Fire Station
57 min away
Whiskey Rock Bay Campground
2 hrs 23 min away
Drive Time
- 52 min from Coeur d'Alene
- 1 hr 22 min from Spokane
- 2 hrs 47 min from Lewiston
- 3 hrs 18 min from Missoula
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
