Lake access drives the appeal at Solomon Lake Campsite, where two developed sites sit steps from the water within Kaniksu National Forest. Each site includes a picnic table, fire pit, and level parking area, with vault toilets located at the bottom of the camping loop. The narrow gravel access road winds through private property with limited signage, requiring careful navigation to reach this remote location.
Dispersed camping options line the entrance road for those who find the developed sites occupied. Cell service is unavailable, and grizzly bear warnings require proper food storage protocols. Campers exploring the region can find campsites near Moyie Springs for additional options. Plan for a substantial drive on forest roads to reach the lake.
Description
Solomon Lake offers a developed site in a remote area, with moderate road access. Solomon Lake is locally popular and receives heavy use. Facilities are best suited for single families or groups with a focus on day use. Camping and large group use are common, in addition to short term fishing and picnicking.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSolomon Lake Campsite is located in Idaho near Moyie Springs
Directions
Travel north from Bonners Ferry to the Three Mile Junction (US 95 and US 2), then turn east (right) on US 2 for 7 miles (11.2 km) to County Road #72 (old US 2). Proceed north (left) for 3 miles (4.8 km), then north again (left) on Deer Creek-Spread Creek Road #435 for 1 mile (1.6 km). Turn east (right) on Skin Creek Road #627 and continue for 0.4 mile (0.6 km). Take the road heading northeast (the major road to the left) for 1.9 miles (3 km). Finally, take the northwest (left) fork onto Solomon Lake Road #2404 and continue 0.7 mile (1.1 km) to the lake.
Coordinates
48.79648901 N
116.10446036 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 1 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 2 hrs 31 min from Spokane, WA
- 3 hrs 44 min from Missoula, MT
- 3 hrs 56 min from Lewiston, ID







