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Gem Peak Lookout Cabin

1 site · Lodging

Nestled high atop the trees in the Clark Fork River Area, Gem Peak Lookout the perfect place to get back to nature! Explore over 400 miles of trails, fish, or simply come in the springtime to take in the wildflowers that blanket the hills surrounding the cabin. Beds, firewood, a wood stove, and a restroom are already waiting for ya; water, food, cooking equipment, bedding, and lanterns will all need to be hauled in. But no worries—the lookout is car accessible, so getting your gear to the top of this pretty peak is no problem!

What this place offers

Campfire allowed

No pets allowed

No showers

Toilets

No potable water

Picnic tables

No sewer hookups

No electric hookups

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Paradise on Mirror Lake

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33mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

>>> Voted #1 Campground in Idaho 2022, 2024 & 2025 (Hipcamp Awards) <<< Like a postcard photograph, Bigfoot Campout sits perched over Mirror Lake on one end of a mountain bowl. Campers will have gorgeous views and sunsets over the lake. Fishing, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, hiking and wildlife watching abound. The campsite is off-the-beaten path so you'll be away from the crowds, yet the site is still close to other area attractions like Lake Pend Oreille (10 min. drive), charming downtown Sandpoint (15 min. drive) and Silverwood Theme Park (30 min. drive). The beauty and allure of Mirror Lake led to it being featured in two Hollywood movies -- Dante's Peak (1997) and Mel (1998). The lake itself is excellent for fishing, and stocked with Kokanee, Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Cutthroat Trout. The stocking is typically scheduled for the first week of June each year, so if you are an angler, it's best to come after June 7th for the best fishing. Paying homage to the Bigfoot legend in northern Idaho, the theme of this campground is all things Sasquatch! Can you find all 9 Sasquatch hiding throughout the campground? Swimming in nearby Talache Landing (a.k.a. Talache Beach) on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille is an absolute must-do. The views are absolutely stunning and the water is crystal clear -- and quite refreshing on a hot day. Fishing is best done in a canoe or small boat which can be put in at our campground dock (free) or at the nearby public boat ramp ($5 fee). When selecting your campsite, please take note of the following: Best lake views: Sites A, C and D. (Sites 1, 2, 3, E and F have partially obstructed lake views due to trees.) Easiest RV access: Site B. It's a pull-through site. Most private: Sites A, B, 1, 2 and 3, or Sites C/D or E/F, when booked in pairs. (Do not book C/D or E/F for complete privacy unless you book them in pairs.) Most shade: Sites A, E and F. Sunniest: Sites B, C and D. Electric access: Sites B, C and D. (C/D share a power pedestal.) Nearest to a Port-a-Potty: Sites A, C, D, E and F. Nearest to water tower (potable water): Sites C, D, E and F. Nearest to lake: Site A. Best for large parties: Book Sites C/D together for larger RV camping parties, or book Sites E/F together for moderate-sized tent camping parties.

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A Place of Tranquility

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34mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Whether you’re seeking adventure or solitude, you’ll find it here in Big Sky Country. From the jagged Rocky Mountains to the expansive Great Plains. Green Acres Ranch is home to some of the most beautiful wildlife in the country. The town of Thompson Falls is filled with friendly residents, affordable eatery’s and unique trinket shopping. It's a 20-minute walk or 10-minute bike ride to the famous High Bridge that takes you to the island into town, along with swimming and fishing. Need some space. You’ll find it on our green fields of 10 acres, or 5 acres of forest. Inviting the wild turkeys, geese, elk, eagles and deer. Views are filled with panoramic serene mountains and majestic blue skies. Portable toilets will not be available until the beginning of May and we've got The Best Drinking Water. ~Thank You~

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Five Acre Woods

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34mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

Just ten minutes from Silverwood Theme Park and five minutes from beautiful Farragut State Park! Five Acre Woods Campground is nestled deep in the vast pines on the back half of our property. Enjoy a peaceful stay while still being close to it all. Looking to do some hiking? We are loaded with nearby alpine lakes, peaks, and more trails to suit your needs and adventure cravings. Danny has hiked the majority of them in the area and is always up to help plan and recommend local hikes. Furthermore, we are nearby and centralized to many must-see places. As stated, Silverwood Theme Park and Farragut State Park (including their gun range) are all located ten minutes or less from our property. Other places to see include Bayview, Idaho and Sandpoint, Idaho - both situated on beautiful Lake Pend Oreille. Things to note: -Your site will be fully stocked to meet your camping needs! This includes a picnic table, a smokeless fire pit, fire starting materials, and a pad or pads to accommodate your tent(s). -Nicely sized firewood bundles will be available for purchase. -Our campground has a fully functioning outhouse that we take great pride in maintaining to ensure cleanliness and a pleasant experience. It may just be the biggest outhouse you’ve ever seen! -Our campground now has potable water! Near the firewood stand you will find a spigot that can be used for your camping needs. Your site will have a large six gallon container of non-potable water to be used in the case of a fire emergency (if safe to do so). -Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a leash. Please pick up after your pet. -Tessa and Danny were both born and raised in Northern Idaho. If you have questions or need suggestions on anything at all feel free to ask! -We live in an area of five acre lots. You can expect to hear the occasional, friendly neighborhood noise. Five Acre Woods officially opened May 2025, and we're always aiming to improve our space. Please let us know if you have any questions prior-to or after booking and we'd be happy to answer them. We're so excited for you to book with us!

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5 Acre Wood

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41mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 2 sites

Two 22' x 75' back-in RV sites with year-round hookups are located near the corner of a 5.4-acre wooded property, encompassing approximately one acre of the grounds. Guests often enjoy sightings of deer, elk, and turkeys. The property is just over two miles from downtown Coeur d'Alene, with easy access by car, bike, or on foot to restaurants, shops, parks, the Tubbs Hill trail system, Lake Coeur d'Alene, and more. Both RV sites offer full hookups, including water, sewer, and 50-, 30-, and 20-amp electric service. Fully contained only. No restrooms or showers provided. For 5th wheels over 40' feet, the turn onto our road can be tight. Please call if you have questions.

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Lost Moose Campground

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39mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 19 sites · Tents, RVs

Lost Moose Campground, Your Basecamp for Adventure! Whether you are looking to hoof it, foot it, motor it, peddle it, or paddle it - we can serve as your basecamp to do it all! Lost Moose is a remote campground nestled in the mountains of beautiful North Idaho where outdoor recreation opportunities abound! Before you book a reservation at the Moose, there are a few things you should know. Our hope, and the reason we opened Lost Moose Campground, is that our guests would have a friendly and fun atmosphere away from life's hustle and bustle where everyone has the opportunity to relax, enjoy nature, and explore north Idaho with their family and friends. Our campground is remote and it does take a little more time and effort to get here. While most of our guests repeatedly tell us it's totally worth it and it's just what they were looking for, others have let us know that they would prefer to be closer to the Interstate and the amenities of "civilization." We just want everyone to be happy! So, before you book a reservation, we want you to know a few things about our campground that way you'll know just what to expect when you stay at the Moose! • Lost Moose Campground is located 8 miles south of Interstate 90. Getting here includes 6 miles of gravel road that can be a little bumpy at times throughout the year. • There's no cell service or wifi at the campground. A landline is available for emergencies and cell service can be found often when traveling nearby roads and trails. • Due to our proximity to Latour Creek we do not have sewer hookups or a dump station. All RV Sites are equipped with power and water hookups and toilets and hot showers are available. • The nearest grocery store is approximately 12 miles away, the nearest gas station 11 miles, nearest dump station 11 miles, and the nearest restaurant is about 12 miles away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach Coeur d'Alene or Wallace. • Latour Creek provides a great place for kids and adults alike to cool off in the summer, but it is not suitable for kayaking or floating. The Coeur d'Alene River is only 8 miles away and is well suited for those activities. • Crystal Lake trailhead is approximately 12 miles above the campground and is accessible by car. The Mirror Lake trailhead is also accessed about 12 miles above the campground, but includes a narrow jeep road that isn't suitable for vehicles not designed for off-roading. • The Trail of the Coeur d'Alene's bike trail parking area is 8 miles from the campground at the junction of Latour Creek and I-90. • ATV's can be ridden from the campground. There are no formal maps of our area, but we are happy to help give directions and suggestions for great places to ride. SO MANY THINGS TO DO Most of our guests come stay with us to get away in the wild. 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Achin' Ass Acres - 12 sites

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30mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 11 sites · Tents, RVs

Location, location, location best describes our beautiful 3.3 acres of privately owned land with a mix of meadows and trees with additional upper-level sites as well. Cyclists, SXS'ers or bikers can take off right from the front gate to The Center of the Universe (downtown Wallace less than a mile away) or out to the open trails surrounding Wallace in all its glory. WHAT WE OFFER: 3.3 acres of mostly flat grassy meadow, trees, as well as a gravel/rocky, still-being-developed area; Lou's Happy Crapper containing 2 private toilets, 2 private bath/showers, and one sink; (As of mid-October the water system will be winterized, therefore no water, bath house or toilet facilities will be available, self-contained campers only until spring when weather permits) a central covered fire pit area, and all of it totally fenced. WHAT WE DON'T OFFER: private firepits, power, sewer or water hookups. WHAT WE KINDLY ASK: Please adhere to pack it in-pack it out practices (Please take all garbage with you when you leave). Leave the restroom area clean after use, including wiping down showers, and keeping toilets clean. Toilet paper and cleaning supplies are provided (any donations to the supplies or firewood is greatly appreciated and follows our "pay-it-forward" philosophy.) At this time, we do not have labeled sites and ask that we all respect the desire to have space between visitors. We have not determined a maximum capacity as of yet, but our desire is to keep it small so everyone can experience the peace and tranquility of the open wilderness. We are pet friendly and ask that you act responsibly and clean up after your pet as well as keep on a leash if they possibly will act out. Please keep gates closed at all times. We may or may not be present during your stay, but at time of booking we will be able to tell you. There are so many events in this awesome town called Wallace. By providing a place for campers to stay is one way in helping to preserve and enjoy this historic, small-town gem! An arial pic is provided to illustrate camp spot possibilities. The campground is rarely this occupied- this arial is of our family and closest friends during Memorial Day weekend 2025. Please do not park any vehicles on the grassy area on the backside of the bathhouse.

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Relaxation Station - Sandpoint, Idaho

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39mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 1 site

Secluded Full-Hookup RV Pad with Sauna, Wood-Fired Hot Tub/Cold Plunge, Fire Pit & BBQ Private RV pad near Sandpoint, Idaho, with full hookups, a bathhouse, shower, sauna, fire pit, and a quiet meadow setting. Bring your own camper, van, or RV and enjoy a simple North Idaho basecamp close to Lake Pend Oreille, downtown Sandpoint, and Schweitzer Mountain. Best suited for self-contained travelers looking for a peaceful, private site rather than a crowded campground.

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Turnipseed Creek Campsites

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42mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Our property is located on 7 forested acres a few miles from Sandpoint. We have a few different houses on the property where parts of my family live. There are 3 rental spots that are all creek side and next to each other. You can wade in the shallow creek, swim in the pond, enjoy a walk up the road or camp area and just enjoy your camp spot surrounded by the forest and creek. There are also many trails and adventures within a 15 min drive of the property. Please note there are no restroom facilities. Campers are required to bring their own toilet setup. We have a few dogs that live on property and like to come say hi to the campers and play fetch. The dogs are all friendly, but we ask that any guests bringing their own dogs please keep them on a leash as we do not know how they would all interact each other or local wildlife. WiFi is Adams camp Adamscamp286

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Cardwell Spur- RV and Camping Park

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38mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 13 sites · Tents, RVs

Peaceful Forest RV & Tent Camping Near Silverwood Escape to our peaceful, privately owned forest retreat, located just 10 miles north of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, and only 2.5 miles (about an 8-minute drive) from Silverwood Theme Park. A gas station and grocery store are also conveniently located nearby. Surrounded by towering old-growth trees, our secluded property offers a quiet, natural setting where you can relax and enjoy the beauty of North Idaho. Whether you're here for adventure or simply looking to unwind, you'll find plenty of space and privacy. RV Camping We offer six spacious RV sites, each measuring at least40' x 10' (Spaces 2-6 get progressively longer up to approx. 70 feet), with grassy space between sites for added privacy. Every RV site includes: Individual water hookup 30-amp electrical service with a standard 110-volt outlet at each site There are Septic hookups at each RV space and a dump station on the property for a 10$ fee. Room for one additional vehicle per reservation If children in your family would like to set up a small tent next to your RV, there is no additional charge. If additional family members or friends are traveling with you and would like to stay in their own tent near your RV site, they are welcome to camp together. However, each additional tent must be reserved through our separate tent camping listing and is subject to the $25 per tent camping fee. Tent Camping We also have a beautiful grassy meadow dedicated to tent camping, perfect for guests who want a more traditional camping experience. Tent campers have access to: A shared water and electrical station An indoor restroom with a flush toilet and sink Tent camping is $25 per tent, and reservations for multiple tent sites should be made through the separate tent camping listing. We offer a clean bathroom with a flush toilet On-site retired veteran homeowner available if assistance is needed while still respecting guests' privacy Whether you're spending the day at Silverwood Theme Park, exploring the Coeur d'Alene area, or simply looking for a quiet place to reconnect with nature, our forest retreat is the perfect home base for your North Idaho adventure.

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Poleline Pines

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46mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 1 site · Tent, RV

Easy access from I 90 but not nearly close enough to hear it. Campsite sits 500-600 feet off a county road with a easy driveway and plenty of turn around space. It's a basically level area with several options for how to park. Large pine trees provide shade but let plenty of light through. There is filtered road noise, but the crickets and coyotes are the main thing you'll hear at night. 50 amp power is available and included. The outlet and a 50' heavy duty cord are on the corner of the house. A 30-to-50 amp converter is also there. It doesn't reach to the entire camping area so you'll need to park a bit closer to the house if using it.

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Blessed Pines Campground

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36mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 2 sites

Escape to a cozy getaway where you can park your RV and truly unwind. We offer only two private, spacious camping sites with the perfect balance of peace and convenience. We are located just 4 minutes from Silverwood Theme Park, 8 minutes from the world-renowned Farragut State Park, and an easy 25-minute drive to both Coeur d’Alene to the south and Sandpoint to the north. Spend your days exploring the beautiful North Idaho Panhandle. We are surrounded by many bodies of water just minutes away, including Lake Pend Oreille, Spirit Lake, Hayden Lake, Coeur d’Alene Lake, and more. Dining, groceries, gas, and everyday essentials are all located right here in Athol, making it easy to access almost everything you’ll need. Settle in beside your own fire pit and enjoy meals at your picnic table. As mentioned, we have limited camping sites, so book your next adventure stay with us today!

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Mike and Brenda's getaway

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42mi from Gem Peak Lookout Cabin · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

Our campground is part of our working farm. We have a permanent wetland conservation easement on 400 acres of our farm that provides habitat for all manor of wildlife. Bring your camera and a pare of binoculars.  Cell phone service in our area is VERY limited. 

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Picnic table