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Camping options around Harrison, Idaho include both public and private sites along Lake Coeur d'Alene's shoreline. The City of Harrison RV Park & Campground provides tent and RV sites with hookups within walking distance to the lake, town amenities, and the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes. Several other established campgrounds like Bell Bay and Hawleys Landing at Heyburn State Park offer various accommodation types including cabins, tent sites, and RV facilities. Campgrounds in the region generally provide basic amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and access to toilets, while many also feature boat docks for water recreation.
Most campgrounds in the Harrison area operate seasonally from May through September or mid-October, with limited year-round options. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months when lakeside sites fill quickly. Many campsites have electrical hookups and water access, though amenities vary significantly between primitive and developed areas. Road access to some campgrounds involves navigating winding routes with limited guardrails, particularly to more remote locations like Bell Bay. The terrain ranges from relatively flat areas near the lake to more rugged sites with elevation changes. According to one visitor, "Bell Bay Campground is located almost an hour south of Coeur d'Alene on a very windy road with limited guard rails. There are also no facilities the entire way so make sure you have what you need before leaving CdA."
Waterfront sites consistently receive the highest ratings from visitors, with many campers highlighting the lake views and water access as primary draws. The Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes bike path represents another popular feature, connecting campgrounds to nearby towns and recreation areas. Several campgrounds provide direct access to docks and swimming areas, though some require navigating steep trails to reach the water. Campers report seeing wildlife and enjoying activities like kayaking, biking, and fishing. A camper noted, "All sites are riverside. The Trail of the Coeur d'Alene runs right at your back door. Any water sport you can imagine is right there. Perfect sunsets." Public campgrounds tend to be family-friendly with modest spacing between sites, while some private facilities offer more specialized experiences including nudist camping options in the broader region.
"The Trail of the Coeur D'Alene runs through this campground.Biking 🚵♀️the 7 mile ride to Harrison is a great way to spend the day, you cross the lake over a bridge, watching eagles 🦅 swoop over the"
"It was a bit off the beaten path but worth it. It is also situated right by a lake, but did not see any direct access to the lake from the campground. There were clean restrooms here and showers."
from $23 - $165 / 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"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."
"Tucked back behind a neighborhood of fairly luxurious homes and sitting near the lake, these sites offer a nice spot to catch a breath while traveling."
from $25 / night
Check Availability"Had zero issues here; awesome view; Moose eating breakfast and dinner,near us we saw a few Bald Eagles around."
"Beautiful view over the lake, no mosquitos in September, go all the way up and be amazed. Close to the bike trail d’Alene."
"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."
"There is mostly positives about my 3 nights here. The lake is gorgeous and plenty of golf courses. Plus the conveniences of grocery stores and Walmart."
"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."
"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."
"Nice little place in the Spokane Valley close to shopping Idaho boarder. Has small outdoor pool bike rentals. Good bathroom and showers."
"A nice campsite close to Spokane and Idaho. Friendly staff and clean. I really like this spot, but the noise from the trains is loud. Be sure to bring earplugs if you are tent camping."
from $50 - $300 / night
Check Availability"This campground has good sites, tent camping, full hookup spots, and is within walking distance to the public swimming area, the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes, and restaurants and a store in Harrison."
"If you like a beautiful and peaceful RV park with outstanding sunset, Harrison RV park is your destination and don’t forget to bring your bike, it have a great trail for ride your bike, you will enjoy"
"We picked this campground for its access to the Trail of the Coeur D’Alenes. The campground is small and peaceful, at least mid week. Lovely views of the lake through the trees."
"My site had some wood near the fire but it was unclear if it was left by the previous campers or if it was provided."
"Wouldn’t want to drive in after dark though. Two large dog parks. Park is gravel and you may need to do a little leveling, but it isn’t bad at all."
"Very close to Heyburn State Park"
from $55 / night
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ScoutClean, beautiful spacious the people that own the campground are friendly and helpful. It’s a great place to camp the real bonus is there’s food there so you don’t have to do any cooking. It’s delicious!
GuideMe and the pup had a lot of fun there only stayed two nights
GuideWe really enjoyed this Camp Grounds with full hook ups. The campsites are very well kept and maintained have shower houses Trash plenty of places to walk and you’re right on the river. I had good cell service and Stoffer very helpful
GuideThe staff is great. The views are great. Has a beach dog friendly had water and Electric and dump station bathrooms trash in the park is kept very clean.
ScoutIf you'd like a lovely campground standing 3000 ft above the northeast Columbia basin, this would be hard to beat. It's simply beautiful. A couple hundred feet you can peer twenty miles to the east (probably more). The campground is small (8 sites) and compact (you'll have neighbors near), but that's a good design choice --- the little plateau at Bald Knob simply isn't big enough for more.
If you're up for a stroll, then climb (or drive!) to the top of Mt. Spokane. On a clear day you can see three states (WA/ID/MT) and two countries (USA/Canada). If you get to the campground and then *don't* take a side trip to the top of Mt. Spokane, you will need to have your head examined. [N.B. If you're driving a motorhome, do *not* drive to the summit past the campground: the narrow one-lane (paved) road is just not going to let you go up while other cars are coming down.]
If you go there at the right time of year, you can stroll a couple hundred feet and harvest huckleberries. Actual huckleberries. I had waffles with fresh huckleberries, so eat your heart out.
This is one of the pricier campgrounds ($39/night in 2026), but there's potable water and restrooms with flush toilets and even hot water(!). And of course, there are bear-proof food lockers and garbage bins for each site.
ScoutIf you'd like an alpine campground with easy access, unbelievable views, and excellent facilities, this is it.
in the TLDR department,
(*) paved road to within the last few hundred feet of your campsite.
(*) potable water
(*) restrooms with flush toilets and hot water (!)
(*) 8 campsites --- kind of cramped, but nice.
(*) 20 minutes drive to summit of Mt. Spokane with "unbelievably spectacular view"
(*) if you're there in mid- late- July, huckleberries are right there. I had them on waffles this morning.
Depending upon where you start, this campsite is about 45 minutes from Spokane WA. You'll have to have some patience with the last 15 miles or so of the (paved) road, as it is pretty curvaceous.
This campsite is at about 5100 ft on a shoulder of Mt. Spokane, whose summit is 5800 ft. Let's just say, if you go to the trouble to get to this campground, and *don't* take a side trip to the summit, there's not much I can do for you. If you're not familiar with the geography in this region, Mt. Spokane stands about 3800 ft above the valley floors in the Spokane Valley and adjacent valley floors. In other words, you'll have a stunning views on clear days. From the summit of Mt. Spokane, you can see two nations and three states.
The campground itself is small: 8 sites --- so prefer to reserve online.
At each site:
(*) a bear-proof garbage bin
(*) a bear-proof food bin
(*) a potable water source (shared)
(*) a surprisingly nice, clean restroom with (omg) flush toilets and (omg) hot water.
(*) they don't have showers, but gurl: you know what you can achieve with a sink and hot water and some wash cloths.
(*) it's a small thing, but there is some cell-phone coverage there. This means that if you're a smart phone and computer nerd, you can watch Netflix at night.
The thing is, as stupendous as this site is, it's a "one night" site.
However, I will be back next summer, because Bald Knob is just so amazing.
TravelerThe long gravel road was bumpy but navigable with our RAM pickup and 26' fifth wheel. The lots are not very level and are dusty. Currently, it is a burn ban in the area. However, there were young men ignoring the ban.
ScoutWe were there 2 days and found at least 20 ticks on our dog. There are a ton of spaces open, most of the spaces have no tree cover and some are close to other campers. You can hear coyotes howling at night. There are rattlesnakes as well. Lots of trash left behind by previous campers and it’s difficult to access the lake.
ScoutWe had a nice big tree to shade the trailer in the evening. It was unseasonably hot. Only about a mile on down the road was the lake. Disappointing with previous campers leaving trash and toilet paper. We stayed 2 nights and enjoyed our stay.
Camping sites near Harrison, Idaho provide waterfront access at elevations of 2,150-2,400 feet along Lake Coeur d'Alene's eastern shoreline. The region experiences warm summers with daytime temperatures averaging 75-85°F from June through August. Winter camping options are limited, with most campgrounds closing after mid-October due to snowfall that averages 42 inches annually.
Biking the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes: The paved trail runs through Heyburn State Park, offering scenic lake views. "Biking the 7 mile ride to Harrison is a great way to spend the day, you cross the lake over a bridge, watching eagles swooping over the lake as you ride, and finish your day with ice cream at Harrison Creamery and Fudge Factory," notes one visitor.
Kayaking and paddling: Rental equipment is available at several lakefront campgrounds including Camp Coeur D Alene. "We took the paddle boat out for a sunset cruise and it was a very memorable experience," reports a camper. Rentals typically cost $15-25 per hour depending on equipment type.
Wildlife viewing: Early morning hours (5-7am) offer the best opportunities for spotting moose, eagles, and smaller mammals. "There's nearby wildlife, including a resident moose. We didn't get to see her but enjoyed looking," shares a Camp Coeur D Alene visitor.
Hiking trails: Multiple difficulty levels exist within a 15-minute drive of Harrison. Beauty Creek area features several shorter trails under 3 miles with moderate elevation gain. "There are hiking trails adjacent to camp," notes a visitor, making morning exploration convenient.
Waterfront camping: City of Harrison RV Park & Campground offers sites directly along the water. "All sites are riverside. The Trail of the Coeur d'Alene runs right at your back door. Any water sport you can imagine is right there. Perfect sunsets," reports a camper.
Island camping: Select campgrounds offer unique island sites separated from main camping areas. "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," shares a Camp Coeur D Alene visitor.
Free camping options: For budget travelers, Rainy Hill Campground offers no-fee dispersed sites. "Easy access only 20 minutes from interstate - quiet except the bird songs and occasional coyotes," notes a camper. Sites are primitive with no hookups or services.
Clean facilities: Multiple campgrounds maintain well-kept bathrooms and common areas. "The bathrooms were LARGE and pretty clean. Good laundry facility," reports a visitor to Spokane KOA. Showers are available at most established campgrounds but typically close by early October.
Road access challenges: Several campgrounds require navigating winding mountain roads. "Bell Bay Campground is located almost an hour south of Coeur d'Alene on a very windy road with limited guard rails," notes a visitor.
Seasonal mosquito populations: Low-lying areas near marshlands experience significant insect activity. "Decent site, looks like there are about 3-4 dispersed spots. Be aware of the mosquitos, if you are prone to getting bit," warns a Rainy Hill camper.
Highway noise: Campgrounds near Interstate 90 experience traffic sounds. Beauty Creek Campground offers a quieter alternative as it's situated away from major highways. "Nice quiet camp ground! The creek was dry when I visited unfortunately but the sites were nice and it wasn't overly crowded," reports a visitor.
Limited cell service: Coverage varies significantly by location and carrier. T-Mobile users report 4G service at Rainy Hill's hilltop sites, while other carriers may have spotty reception. Verizon generally provides the most consistent coverage throughout the region.
Swimming beaches: Hawleys Landing Campground offers designated swimming areas with gradual entry points. "We biked on the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, saw lots of wildlife, and enjoyed the beach at Rocky Point. We Definitely will camp here again!!" shares an enthusiastic family camper.
Wildlife warnings: Keep food secured as several campgrounds report active raccoon populations. "Always be aware of animals typical raccoons etc put your food away nice bathrooms good family camping," advises a Hawleys Landing visitor.
Kid-friendly amenities: Some campgrounds offer special features for younger visitors. "They had a group campfire each night," notes a Wolf Lodge Campground visitor, providing structured activities for children.
Spacing between sites: Family privacy varies significantly between campgrounds. "Very friendly. Great facilities!" reports a Camp Coeur D Alene visitor, while others note that sites can be close together, especially during peak season from late June through August.
Site leveling: Many campgrounds have uneven pads requiring equipment. "The sites are not level. It's a parking lot, but for $20 and 50, 30 and 20 amp, great food, entertainment and game play it is so worth it," explains a visitor to Coeur d'Alene Casino.
Hookup availability: Most campgrounds offer electric and water, though quality varies. "Sites had outdoor kitchens and several showers. Would stay again if in area. If you purchase wood they deliver to your site," notes a camper at Camp Coeur D Alene.
Length restrictions: Several campgrounds can accommodate larger rigs but require advance reservations. "Easy access for big rigs. Water access was great," reports a visitor to Blackwell Island RV Park, which can handle units up to 40 feet in length.
Seasonal availability: Most RV sites with full hookups operate from May through September only. Water systems are typically winterized by mid-October, with limited dry camping available in some locations during shoulder seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Harrison, ID?
According to TheDyrt.com, Harrison, ID offers a wide range of camping options, with 175 campgrounds and RV parks near Harrison, ID and 17 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Harrison, ID?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Harrison, ID is Hawleys Landing Campground — Heyburn State Park with a 4.4-star rating from 23 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Harrison, ID?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 free dispersed camping spots near Harrison, ID.
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