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Tent Camping near Newman Lake, WA
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Newman Lake is situated near several tent camping options in eastern Washington and the Idaho panhandle region, with both established and dispersed tent sites available within a short drive. Amongst The Pines offers walk-in tent sites approximately 8 miles north of Newman Lake, providing drinking water, picnic tables, and toilet facilities for tent campers. Lakes Divide Road in northern Idaho provides dispersed camping with primitive tent sites that require no reservations.
Walk-in tent locations throughout the area vary in amenities and access requirements. Most tent-friendly campgrounds feature fire rings and picnic tables, though several lack drinking water, requiring campers to bring their own supply. Sites typically have dirt or forest duff surfaces with minimal leveling, making proper tent selection important. Primitive tent sites along Lakes Divide Road offer more seclusion but provide no facilities whatsoever. The access road is steep though well-maintained according to camper reports, with several pull-offs suitable for tent camping. Seasonal conditions affect site availability, with some areas experiencing early closures in autumn.
Tent camping near Mica Bay provides access to water activities and wildlife viewing opportunities. The area receives positive feedback for its natural setting and separation between campsites at established campgrounds. At Breakwater Campground, tent campers can enjoy fishing access with complete privacy, though visitors should prepare for no amenities. "Great tent camping and fly fishing. Downside is that there is limited vehicle access to most spots," noted one camper about Breakwater. Several tent campsites in the region require walking gear in from parking areas, creating more secluded experiences than vehicle-accessible sites. Tent campers frequently mention the quieter atmosphere at walk-in tent sites compared to drive-up camping areas, with greater distance between neighboring campers.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Newman Lake (21)
1. Mica Bay Boater Park Camping
"NOTE: Campground is NOT a Drive-in. You can Boat in, Park on road, or Hke in only. The sites are flat and quiet. A secret gem for sure."
2. Amongst The Pines
"Robin was unbelievably accommodating with our situation and even introduced my daughters to all the farm animals."
from $35 / night
Check Availability3. Extraordinary Camping 🏕
"it is a very nice place to camp, since there probably won’t be any people outside your own group.  the owner was very responsive to texts and was helpful with all of my questions.  "
from $50 - $70 / night
Check Availability4. Nine Mile Recreation Area — Riverside State Park
"The campsite is butted up to the lake, which makes it great for sunsets and sunrises. There is hardly any shade at the campsite. The RV/camper sites have full or partial hook-ups. All back in."
"We stayed here for one night and were absolutely thrilled at how peaceful and quiet the space was. You’re right off the water and the get an amazing view of the sunset."
5. copper mountain rd dispersed
"Close to the highway so a little bit of noise from the interstate. Fire ring and that’s it."
"Very uneven but I found a spot close to even"
6. Lakes Divide Road
"However, there was some noise from the freeway. Overall not a bad place for the night."
7. Snowberry Campground — Farragut State Park
"Lovely campground with good trees and privacy between sites. We stayed here end August 2029 in site 111 in the snowberry loop."
"Tent pad at campsite was raked and flat. Junior Ranger program available Fri, Sat, Sun nights. 5 min drive to Silverwood!"
from $30 / night
Check Availability8. Killarney Lake Picnic Site
"It has restroom access. It would not be nice to travel here in the snow though due to the gravel roads. I did see some campground nearby but they were really small and did not look very nice."
9. Breakwater Campground
"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."
"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."
10. Green Bay Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED 2024
"There is a single vault toilet, they ask that you bring a bucket and shovel for solid waste. Bring your own way to dispose of trash, and have a way to lock it up, or animals WILL get into it."
"Lightning cutting across the lake was a real spook. We brought our kayaks into the water in the sunny part of the day, other camping spots available by boat if you can get there!"
from $15 / night
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Drive Time
- 17 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 21 min from Spokane, WA
- 2 hrs 5 min from Lewiston, ID
- 2 hrs 55 min from Walla Walla, WA
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Tent Camping Reviews near Newman Lake, WA
840 Reviews of 21 Newman Lake Campgrounds
- RRandall M.
ScoutTamarack RV Park And Vacation Cabins
Right in the middle of civilization, and packed in, but very nice. Nice trees, nice facilities, well maintained. Families are here, well behaved. Booked online. The owner noticed us and introduced himself. Will use again when I want the amenities.
- JJill P.Traveler
Lakes Divide Road
Kind of Busy
Road wasn’t bad for our Class C. Sites were right off the road and there was some traffic. Not very private.
- jjason P.Scout
Genesis Mountain Farm
N idaho at its best
This location has RV parking in the field near the road, yurts on the mountain top, hot tub and sauna at the main house. Farm to table Dinners and breakfast available. Also rooms if you prefer. Almost 40 acres with a large hydroponic greenhouse to explore. Lots of farm animals. Would stop here again!
- RRob S.
GuideCoeur d'Alene RV Resort
A bit of road noise
Nice enough and well maintained park. Probably 1/3 - 1/2 of park appear to be full time residents. Sites are close with gravel for RV and a cement pad with a picnic table at each one. Combination of pull thru's and back-ins. Good power and water pressure, sewer hookups can be a bit challenging depending upon the tree roots and the adapters you have. Large shower and laundry facility. Pool is inside with a spa tub - neither are huge. Friendly staff and conveniently located just off of I-90. Good Wi-Fi and cell service, but no cable TV.
Ernie J.GuideShadowy St. Joe Campground — Idaho Panhandle National Forests
Clean but small Campground
This campground is well maintained, overall quiet except for when logging trucks pass by. There is a boat ramp available, and deer come around the campground.
Emily A.
RangerKillarney Lake Picnic Site
This is not a camp site
Be advised—- we wasted 45 minutes today looking at this “site” due to a previous review. The picnic site is only a little pull off to access well you guessed it, the picnic area. I’m guessing you’d get the knock if you parked there- we heard from others that they patrol often. The only camping areas nearby are by the boat dock at $20 a night right next to each other in a concrete parking lot (but close to water).
- Emily A.Ranger
Bull Run Access Dispersed
Very pothole heavy road
Filled with rain even though it hasn’t rained recently- wouldn’t bring a big rig with low ground clearance through. Spots are all on the side of the road with no privacy.
Matt G.RangerHog Lake Campground
Good stop over for a night
Not far off the main, road was decent. Not a ton of shade but good places to park or pop a tent. Only a few flies, really pretty scenery. Good cell signal, nice place.
Guide to Newman Lake
Tent camping options around Newman Lake, Washington include established sites and rustic backcountry areas. Campers can find tent sites at Amongst The Pines, located approximately 5 miles north of Newman Lake, which offers drinking water, fire pits, and picnic tables. Several tent camping locations in neighboring Idaho provide additional options, including Breakwater Campground along the Coeur d'Alene River and Lakes Divide Road dispersed camping areas.
Most walk-in tent sites near Newman Lake feature minimal improvements and limited services. Tent campers should pack water purification systems, as drinking water is scarce at primitive sites. Breakwater Campground provides basic tent camping with fire rings but no amenities, making it suitable for self-sufficient campers. Sites typically consist of cleared dirt or gravel pads with informal boundaries. During summer months, fire restrictions may apply throughout the region, particularly at dispersed camping locations. The Newman Lake area experiences significant seasonal variations, with many primitive tent sites becoming inaccessible during winter snow accumulation.
Tent campers at Newman Lake benefit from relative seclusion compared to more developed areas. The surrounding forests provide natural shade for tent sites, creating comfortable camping even during warmer months. Areas farther from developed campgrounds offer deeper wilderness immersion and opportunities for wildlife viewing. Walk-in tent locations provide access to hiking trails throughout the Coeur d'Alene National Forest and surrounding public lands. One camper noted that Breakwater Campground "stretches along a tributary of the CdA river, and there is great tent camping and fly fishing." While some sites require high-clearance vehicles or short hikes to access, this limitation helps maintain the quiet atmosphere tent campers seek. Many dispersed tent camping areas follow the 14-day stay limit common on public lands.
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