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Camp Chain Lakes

82%

· Cataldo, Kootenai, Idaho

5 acres hosted by Nicholas S.

1 RV/tent site

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Primitive camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

Learn more about this land: Park your RV, overland rig, pitch a tent, or sleep under the stars next to the Coeur D’ Alene River. Be advised this is directly next to State Highway 3. If you are a light sleeper, or road noise bothers you, this is not the campsite for you. At the camp, you can launch your kayaks at the river to go for an adventure down through the Chain Lakes, all eight are accessible by the river adjacent to where you will sleep. The bird and wildlife watching in this area is world class. Ospreys, hawks, turkeys and other animals commonly hang out in these parts. You can go for a swim at one of the sandbars, take your dirt bikes or side by sides down Killarney Lake Road to access an extensive network of trails and dirt roads into remote wilderness. There is no cell service, no water or electrical hookups, or toilet. As beautiful as it is, your experience will not be “glamping” unless you come with all the comforts you personally desire. You can hunt on the forest service land by 4th of July Pass, fish on the river, or on the Chain Lakes (with the proper permits, of course). There is a access into the water from camp but it is quite steep. For easy access to the water, use the docks or boat launch at Killarney Lake or Bull Run. Pets and kids are allowed at your own risk. Be advised the highway and river are hazardous for off-leash animals and rambunctious toddlers. Please send a message if you have any questions. I am happy to help.Park your RV, overland rig, pitch a tent, or sleep under the stars next to the Coeur D’ Alene River. Be advised this is directly next to State Highway 3. If you are a light sleeper, or road noise bothers you, this is not the campsite for you. At the camp, you can launch your kayaks at the river to go for an adventure down through the Chain Lakes, all eight are accessible by the river adjacent to where you will sleep. The bird and wildlife watching in this area is world class. Ospreys, hawks, turkeys and other animals commonly hang out in these parts. You can go for a swim at one of the sandbars, take your dirt bikes or side by sides down Killarney Lake Road to access an extensive network of trails and dirt roads into remote wilderness. There is no cell service, no water or electrical hookups, or toilet. As beautiful as it is, your experience will not be “glamping” unless you come with all the comforts you personally desire. You can hunt on the forest service land by 4th of July Pass, fish on the river, or on the Chain Lakes (with the proper permits, of course). There is a stairway into the water from camp but it is quite steep. For easy access to the water, use the docks or boat launch at Killarney Lake or Bull Run. Please send a message if you have any questions. I am happy to help.

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11 ratings · 7 reviews

Tracey M.recommends

June 20, 2023

Camp Chain Lakes

Camping with animals and friends

Loved camping here! Really easy directions and very private!! I will be camping here again. The only thing I would mention is that the site is a hop, skip and jump away from the highway. Only the first night I was a little nervous that a drunk driver would go off the road and hit us but I got over it! 🤣 also there is some warning sign across the site warning you of only spending limited time in the water but None of my group cared and we enjoyed the calm water floating! Thank you Nick!

Zachary C.

September 29, 2022

Camp Chain Lakes

Great spot and view next to water. Busy road though. Nice camp fire location next to water.

Sara R.

September 19, 2022

Camp Chain Lakes

The site was exactly as stated in every way! Unfortunately, we didn’t appreciate how much road noise there would actually be! I guess we are lighter sleepers than we thought.

Jay P.recommends

July 15, 2022

Camp Chain Lakes

chain lakes are the best lakes

great place to camp with the family. super easy water access. bring the kayak’s for some great early mornig or evening fishing. if your into boating there are two public boat launches within 2 miles of camp.

Kimberley B.recommends

July 12, 2022

Camp Chain Lakes

Camping With Dogs

My sister and I loved this campsite! It’s secluded and had tons of space & water for our pups! The location is SO beautiful 🌲 We’ll definitely be camping here again!

Taryn Z.recommends

June 22, 2022

Camp Chain Lakes

Camping!

This is an awesome camp spot! Right on the river, primitive camping at its absolute finest. We had a great 3 days staying here. Kellogg is close by in case you forget things - which is really nice! I would definitely recommend this spot to those looking for a great swimming spot and camping getaway. We had two dogs there and they absolutely loved it! So much wildlife. Saw a lot of bald eagles, ospreys, beavers. Super neat!

Location

Cataldo, Kootenai, Idaho, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Ktunaxa ɁamakɁis, and Schitsu’umsh (Coeur d’Alene) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Nicholas S.Joined in November 2021

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