Anglers and boaters find Rose Lake offers direct water access through a boat launch and fishing dock just steps from camping areas. This dispersed site operates within the Rose Lake Sportsman Park Access, managed by Idaho Fish and Game as a free overnight option with a three-night limit.
The camping layout consists of two main areas: a grassy lot and a gravel lot that accommodate both RVs and tent campers. Kathleen D. notes "there appeared to be 5 total groups of campers spread over two spacious lots with plenty room for more." The gravel lot sits on a noticeable slope that challenges some setups, while a small clearing with a fire ring under trees at the rear provides the most level tent option. A vault toilet serves both camping areas.
Campers can walk directly to the lake and use the fishing dock, though water quality near the boat launch shows signs of fuel contamination. Wildlife regularly moves through the area, with deer commonly spotted in camp. The site attracts steady boat traffic during fishing season, creating moderate activity levels throughout the day. Cell service remains unavailable in this location.
Access requires driving past the initial sportsman access sign and taking the first left turn toward the boat launch area. The final stretch includes unpaved road with minor potholes but remains suitable for standard vehicles and RVs. Bull Run Access Dispersed provides another free option less than two miles southwest for campers preferring a different setting.
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Map & DirectionsRose Lake is located in Idaho near Cataldo
Coordinates
47.55335144 N
116.45734075 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
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Drive Time
- 20 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 49 min from Spokane, WA
- 2 hrs 14 min from Missoula, MT
- 2 hrs 15 min from Lewiston, ID






























