Established Camping
Coeur d'Alene National Forest Big Hank Campground
About
USDA Forest Service
Idaho Panhandle National Forests
Overview
Big Hank Campground is located along the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River in Idaho Panhandle National Forest. Shore fishing is a large draw, along with local hiking and biking trails. The campground also provides an excellent base camp for hunters during season. Wildlife like mule deer, moose, osprey and calliope hummingbirds are often spotted.
Recreation
Tubing on the river is a popular summertime activity, as is cutthroat fishing. Whitewater rafting enthusiasts enjoy the class I-III rapids down the river. Hiking, biking and horseback riding trails are a short drive away. Highlights include trails to Centennial Falls, Shadow Falls and Settler's Grove of Ancient Cedars.
Facilities
Big Hank Campground offers about 30 spacious campsites for tent camping. Drinking water from hand pumps, vault toilets, picnic tables and established fire rings are among the conveniences offered. Roads and campsite parking spurs are paved.
Natural Features
Big Hank is in a heavily wooded area on the banks of the Couer D' Alene River and Big Hank Creek. At 2,800 feet elevation, the campground sits on the Big Hank Meadow.
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Pets
- Fires
ScoutTerrible
Big Hank USED to be a beautiful campground right on the CdA River. Each site was very private as there were so many trees. Have been there countless times. But big Govt came in and ripped out huge amounts of trees. Very sad.
ScoutPeaceful
Very quiet and right along the Coeur d’Alene river. Good for fishing
ScoutClean, quiet, and beautiful
The campsites in this campground are all private. There are lots of big trees between campgrounds so you have plenty of privacy from your neighbors. Some of the sites, however, were quite small so it made finding a nice place to set up the tent a little tricky. The host/camp manager was very friendly, and the bathrooms were cleaned regularly. We had a very nice stay and would definitely go back.
Location
Coeur d'Alene National Forest Big Hank Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From Kingston on I-90, take Exit 43 to FH-9 and drive 20 miles north to Prichard, then turn left and continue 17 miles north on FH Road 208 to campground.
Address
IDAHO PANHANDLE NATIONAL FOREST
ID
Coordinates
47.8225 N
116.0977778 W