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Breakwater Campground

Breakwater Campground is located in the Idaho Panhandle National Forests, surrounded by forested terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Lake Coeur d'Alene and the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, offering opportunities for water activities and hiking.

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Location

Public Campground

Breakwater Campground is located in Idaho

Coordinates

47.65380042 N
116.36073036 W

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Connectivity

T-Mobile
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Verizon
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AT&T
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Connectivity

T-Mobile
No Coverage
Verizon
No Coverage
AT&T
No Coverage

Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

Tent Sites
Group
Equestrian

Features

For Campers

Alcohol
Pets
Fires

Drive Time

1 hr 7 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
1 hr 36 min from Spokane, WA
2 hrs 36 min from Missoula, MT
3 hrs 2 min from Lewiston, ID

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3 Reviews

This free riverside campground offers excellent tent camping along a CdA river tributary with good fishing and dirt bike trail access. Visitors should expect zero cell service and no amenities beyond basic camping spots. Limited vehicle access to most sites requires preparation for a more primitive camping experience.

Dealspeed

Traveler

Reviewed Oct. 27, 2024

Very primitive

Great tent camping. Also, it's a great starting point to some really good dirt bike trails. Be prepared for no cell service. 0 amenities. it's just a place to pitch a tent and have a fire. And it cost nothing.

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Lane P.

Traveler

Reviewed Apr. 13, 2022

Great Tent Camping and Fly Fishing

This campground stretches along a tributary of the CdA river, and there is great tent camping and fly fishing. Downside is that there is limited vehicle access to most spots.

Sitenear the bridge

Month of VisitJune

Dusty W.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 22, 2020

No Reception! We didn't find it...

No Reception! We didn't find it since there is no reception anywhere nearby and ended up at Bumblebee. If you head toward Breakwater though, there are several other free spots to camp.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Breakwater Campground?

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

Does Breakwater Campground have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Breakwater Campground does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Breakwater Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.

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