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Albeni Cove

Albeni Cove, near Oldtown, Idaho, is a charming spot for campers looking to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors. With a mix of tent, RV, and glamping options, it caters to a variety of camping styles, making it a solid choice for families and friends alike.

This campground is known for its beautiful shaded areas that keep things cool during the summer heat. Visitors have praised the clean bathrooms and the friendly camp hosts, who are always ready to lend a hand. One camper noted, “Beautiful area nice camping spot good amount of shade coverage keeps us cool during the summer.”

Albeni Cove is a great launch point for water activities, with easy access to the Pend Oreille River for swimming, fishing, and boating. The nearby wooded picnic areas provide a perfect backdrop for a family outing or a relaxing day by the water. As one reviewer mentioned, it’s a “great place to launch a boat, picnic, fish or swim.”

If you’re looking to explore, you’re just a short drive from Newport, Washington, where you can find restaurants and other amenities. While it’s a smaller campground, it’s close to several forests for hiking and outdoor adventures. Whether you’re here for a quick getaway or a longer stay, Albeni Cove offers a peaceful retreat with plenty of opportunities for fun in the sun.

Description

US Army Corps of Engineers

Lake Pend Oreille

Overview

Albeni Cove is a small campground located just upstream from Albeni Falls Dam on the Pend Oreille. Situated amongst firs, cedars and pines, Albeni Cove provides a rustic, but incredibly beautiful location for camping and recreation on the river.

Recreation

Water sports are the most common activity at Albeni Cove, including swimming, fishing and boating. Campers are likely to spot wildlife in the area, including bald eagles, osprey, a wide variety of birds, and most commonly, deer.

Natural Features

Albeni Falls Dam on the Pend Oreille River, provides flood control, power production and countless recreational activities for visitors year-round. Behind the dam, the Pend Oreille River stretches 65 miles through a glacial-carved valley that separates three mountain ranges. Lake Pend Oreille is surrounded by scenic mountains and is one of the largest and deepest natural lakes in the western United States, plunging to depths of more than 1,200 ft. in some areas.

Nearby Attractions

The Albeni Falls Visitor Center features exhibits on the history of the dam and the natural features of the area. Tours of the dam are given daily during the summer.

Charges & Cancellations

A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see NRRS Reservation Policy.

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Location

Albeni Cove is located in Idaho

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Highway 2 in Newport, Washington, turn south onto Highway 41. Follow for .5 miles and turn east on Fourth Street into Oldtown, Idaho. Follow for approximately 3 miles to the campground.

Address

2376 E HIGHWAY 2
Oldtown, ID 83822

Coordinates

48.1830556 N
116.9997222 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Jul. 8, 2024

Campsite

Beautiful area nice camping spot good amount of shade coverage keeps us cool during the summer clean bathrooms and the camp hosts are super nice.

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Reviewed Feb. 6, 2021

Busy campground

A great place to launch a boat, picnic, fish or swim. Lots of area to play on the Pend Oreille River. Sees a lot of local swimmers and boaters. Nice wooded picnic area. Basic park camping. Close to Newport, Wa restaurants snd other facilities.

Reviewed Jun. 4, 2019

Safe, pretty little spot.

Great last minute camping, not somewhere I want to return to every year. Perfect for an overnight. Site 12 is the best site and I highly recommend reserving that one. The campground hosts were extremely kind and helpful.

Reviewed Aug. 23, 2018

Childhood Memories

A small campsite ⛺ near Old Town, my family spent a weekend every summer ☀here when I was a child. We would get a first come site and spend our time fishing 🎣 and enjoying the campfire 🔥 Close to town it's easy to run to the store. While the campground is small, it's close to several forests 🌳 you can go hiking in, or go boating 🚣 and kayaking 🛶 on the river. We would also drive to Sandpoint to spend the day in town. Definitely a cute campground ⛺ to relax in!

  • Review photo of Albeni Cove by Samantha W., August 23, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Albeni Cove have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Albeni Cove has 30 amp electric hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Albeni Cove?

    Albeni Cove allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Albeni Cove?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Albeni Cove, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Albeni Cove have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Albeni Cove does not have wifi.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Albeni Cove?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Albeni Cove. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Albeni Cove, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Albeni Cove?

    There are 14 campsites at Albeni Cove and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts