- Waterside Camping
The best waterside camping near Coeur d'Alene
93% (2.8K) • 31 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Coeur d'Alene
Parkside Mountain Ranch
1. Parkside Mountain Ranch
96%
(53)
25mi from Coeur d'Alene · 31 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Private Exclusive Campsites is what we will provide for you while staying with us!
Parkside Mountain Ranch provides private camping on a 450 acre mountain with trails for any type of adventure.
PMR has a variety of camping experiences you can pick from to accommodate while camping with us. Have a family get together, a business retreat, trail ride your horse with your barn buddies, send us a message and let us know what you would like and we will make your camping just the way you want it to be.
Heyburn State Park Rocky Point is less than a mile away. Hipcampers can enjoy the Lake Chatcolet which offers a beach, marina, and a boat launch. Heyburn State Park South Side entrance is located on the same road as PMR. PMR will have sites with over night horse stalls too. Sooo bring your horse camping with you!
We want to provide you with beautiful views and private rustic camping!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$35
/ night
Waterfront Adventures
2. Waterfront Adventures
96%
(62)
35mi from Coeur d'Alene · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful far reaching southern views, shallow warm water, boat into Sandpoint.
Week days 10% discount.
Kayaks are available for use in the bay.
Hiking and biking, stargazing, kite flying, cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
Ski/snowboard at Schweitzer only 45 min drive to the mountain.
Boat launch 2 miles away. A couple of mooring balls available, ask on availability. Shallow, soft, clay bottom.
Two sandy beaches shared with Hipcampers and family.
We have 4 kids. The beach with the dock between site 1 and 2 is also used by our family as well. Our place is a relaxed atmosphere and we enjoy meeting new campers visiting us. We do this because we enjoy sharing our space with others.
Pets
Campfires
from
$88
/ night
Riverfront Base Camp
3. Riverfront Base Camp
80%
(30)
17mi from Coeur d'Alene · 1 site · Tent, RV
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.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$36
/ night
Coeur d'Alene Field Office
4. Coeur d'Alene Field Office
Park 0.9mi from Coeur d'Alene · 84 sites
Start your day at Coeur d’Alene Field Office with a jaunt down the scenic byway where every twist and turn will prove why locals call this spot “gem of the north”. Hike along Mineral Ridge or step into the stunning St. Joe river for some of the raddest salmon and trout fishing...ever. You can even boat in to your campsite at places like Popcorn Island. Backcountry camping is prime here. It's a chance to beat the crowds, see the best of the Coeur d’ Alene mountains, and you aren’t going to want to forget that camera. If you travel here in the winter, you'll see the insanely cool bald eagle migration. Every stretch of these lands is filled with a chance to discover the best of Idaho’s untouched wilderness; bring yourself or bring your posse, either way it’s a guaranteed gem to add to the list!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Farragut State Park
5. Farragut State Park
80%
(5)
State park 19mi from Coeur d'Alene · 248 sites
A northern Idaho camping spot known for hiking, mountain biking, and watersports.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Lake Pend Oreille
6. Lake Pend Oreille
100%
(6)
Park 35mi from Coeur d'Alene · 111 sites
A huge lake surrounded by mountains can mean only one thing: lots of fun!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Colville National Forest
7. Colville National Forest
56%
(9)
National forest 78mi from Coeur d'Alene · 680 sites
Shaped by behemoth glaciers that carved out the land over 10,000 years ago, Colville National Forest is a gorgeous treasure spanning 1.1 million acres (props to President Theodore Roosevelt for saving it). The lands include a number of geographic features including the Kettle River, upper reach of the Columbia River and the Selkirk mountain range, which is considered to be at the foothills of the Rockies.
Residents (including several Native American tribes) and visitors enjoy camping, nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, mountain biking, lakes, rivers and some too legit to quit wildlife including grizzly bears, cougars, bald eagles and the last remaining herd of caribou in the US. That was almost starting to sound like an indie music festival lineup! Did we mention it’s an inspiring place? So much so that close to a million smackeroos was recently rewarded for continued restoration projects.
Check the forest website for alerts and advisories.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Kootenai National Forest
8. Kootenai National Forest
73%
(15)
National forest 87mi from Coeur d'Alene · 333 sites
Stand on top of pine covered mountains and bask in the glory of the valleys below at Kootenai National Forest. With highly primitive areas like the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness, you can stand in lands untouched by time and man. If solitude is what you’re seeking you’ll find it here by way of bikes, hikes, and horseback riding. With a herd of glacial lakes, rivers, and streams, anglers and wave riders will have their pick at places like Bull Lake, Lake Koocanusa, and the Yaak River. With impressive mountain scenes, winter sports for days (hello, snowshoes!), and exciting history and wildlife, it’s easy to see why the Kootenai is Montana’s best kept secret!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
93% (2.8K) • 31 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Coeur d'Alene
Parkside Mountain Ranch
1. Parkside Mountain Ranch
96%
(53)
25mi from Coeur d'Alene · 31 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Private Exclusive Campsites is what we will provide for you while staying with us!
Parkside Mountain Ranch provides private camping on a 450 acre mountain with trails for any type of adventure.
PMR has a variety of camping experiences you can pick from to accommodate while camping with us. Have a family get together, a business retreat, trail ride your horse with your barn buddies, send us a message and let us know what you would like and we will make your camping just the way you want it to be.
Heyburn State Park Rocky Point is less than a mile away. Hipcampers can enjoy the Lake Chatcolet which offers a beach, marina, and a boat launch. Heyburn State Park South Side entrance is located on the same road as PMR. PMR will have sites with over night horse stalls too. Sooo bring your horse camping with you!
We want to provide you with beautiful views and private rustic camping!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$35
/ night
Waterfront Adventures
2. Waterfront Adventures
96%
(62)
35mi from Coeur d'Alene · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful far reaching southern views, shallow warm water, boat into Sandpoint.
Week days 10% discount.
Kayaks are available for use in the bay.
Hiking and biking, stargazing, kite flying, cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
Ski/snowboard at Schweitzer only 45 min drive to the mountain.
Boat launch 2 miles away. A couple of mooring balls available, ask on availability. Shallow, soft, clay bottom.
Two sandy beaches shared with Hipcampers and family.
We have 4 kids. The beach with the dock between site 1 and 2 is also used by our family as well. Our place is a relaxed atmosphere and we enjoy meeting new campers visiting us. We do this because we enjoy sharing our space with others.
Pets
Campfires
from
$88
/ night
Riverfront Base Camp
3. Riverfront Base Camp
80%
(30)
17mi from Coeur d'Alene · 1 site · Tent, RV
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.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$36
/ night
Coeur d'Alene Field Office
4. Coeur d'Alene Field Office
Park 0.9mi from Coeur d'Alene · 84 sites
Start your day at Coeur d’Alene Field Office with a jaunt down the scenic byway where every twist and turn will prove why locals call this spot “gem of the north”. Hike along Mineral Ridge or step into the stunning St. Joe river for some of the raddest salmon and trout fishing...ever. You can even boat in to your campsite at places like Popcorn Island. Backcountry camping is prime here. It's a chance to beat the crowds, see the best of the Coeur d’ Alene mountains, and you aren’t going to want to forget that camera. If you travel here in the winter, you'll see the insanely cool bald eagle migration. Every stretch of these lands is filled with a chance to discover the best of Idaho’s untouched wilderness; bring yourself or bring your posse, either way it’s a guaranteed gem to add to the list!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Farragut State Park
5. Farragut State Park
80%
(5)
State park 19mi from Coeur d'Alene · 248 sites
A northern Idaho camping spot known for hiking, mountain biking, and watersports.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Lake Pend Oreille
6. Lake Pend Oreille
100%
(6)
Park 35mi from Coeur d'Alene · 111 sites
A huge lake surrounded by mountains can mean only one thing: lots of fun!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Colville National Forest
7. Colville National Forest
56%
(9)
National forest 78mi from Coeur d'Alene · 680 sites
Shaped by behemoth glaciers that carved out the land over 10,000 years ago, Colville National Forest is a gorgeous treasure spanning 1.1 million acres (props to President Theodore Roosevelt for saving it). The lands include a number of geographic features including the Kettle River, upper reach of the Columbia River and the Selkirk mountain range, which is considered to be at the foothills of the Rockies.
Residents (including several Native American tribes) and visitors enjoy camping, nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, mountain biking, lakes, rivers and some too legit to quit wildlife including grizzly bears, cougars, bald eagles and the last remaining herd of caribou in the US. That was almost starting to sound like an indie music festival lineup! Did we mention it’s an inspiring place? So much so that close to a million smackeroos was recently rewarded for continued restoration projects.
Check the forest website for alerts and advisories.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Kootenai National Forest
8. Kootenai National Forest
73%
(15)
National forest 87mi from Coeur d'Alene · 333 sites
Stand on top of pine covered mountains and bask in the glory of the valleys below at Kootenai National Forest. With highly primitive areas like the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness, you can stand in lands untouched by time and man. If solitude is what you’re seeking you’ll find it here by way of bikes, hikes, and horseback riding. With a herd of glacial lakes, rivers, and streams, anglers and wave riders will have their pick at places like Bull Lake, Lake Koocanusa, and the Yaak River. With impressive mountain scenes, winter sports for days (hello, snowshoes!), and exciting history and wildlife, it’s easy to see why the Kootenai is Montana’s best kept secret!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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NICHOLE
2 weeks ago
10 ft campervan
Husband and I hand a great time camping here the host is friendly and has beautiful views !❤️
The only thing is the noise from the road way (you get use to it haha) but other than that it truly is amazing spot
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Jolanda
September 2025
25 ft Class C
With kids
Great spot on the water. Host gave good directions and responded quickly. We loved the table they had set up right next to the water, Nice place to have lunch and also really enjoyed the kayaks.
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Mary Ann
September 2025
35 ft fifth wheel
With pets
We loved staying at this HipCamp. It was one of the best locations we have stayed. Literally feet away from the Pend Oreille River, the views were amazing. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. We had to change our plans and they worked with HipCamp to get two nights refunded even though it was outside their cancellation policy. We would definitely stay here again.
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Shelby
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With kids
Stewart and Shawna's waterfront camp was AMAZING! We had a wonderful time. The water was perfect for kids of all ages. We had a large group and they were so kind and accommodating and it made for a great family camp out. It was great to be able to bring our dogs with us as well and have them off leash to run around and swim with us. They had some super fun water toys by the dock that everyone loved to play on. We will definitely return if we are in the area again.
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Madeline
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
We had the best time! Stan was an amazing host and provided us with incredible service and hospitality. We can’t wait to come back!
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Sarah
August 2025
Tent
Beautiful scenery, FANTASTIC SWIMMING and a great location for bikers wanting easy access to the Trail of the Coeur D’Alenes! Our second time at this location, we’ll be back next year!!!
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Teri
August 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With pets
Great location. Beautiful view. Relaxing. The dogs loved playing in the water. No shade trees so remember to set up your camper to accommodate for that and bring shade.
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Sierra
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Really loved the camp site right on the water! It was very peaceful and clean would definitely recommend everyone to stay here at least once😁
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Michelle
August 2025
40 ft Class A
Group trip
Wonderful spot! Private and well kept, we would highly recommend it!
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Shawn
August 2025
Tent
Amazing sunset and sunrise.....perfect spot to rest.
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Linsey
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
The view of the river was beautiful. Enjoyed a nice relaxing getaway
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Nick
August 2025
19 ft travel trailer
With kids
Stewart and Shawna’s place is amazing! Their kids were wonderful with mine, which made the stay even better. The property offers a stunning view, a private and relaxing setting, and an overall welcoming atmosphere. I would highly recommend booking with them!
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Stacy
July 2025
20 ft Class B
With pets
Beautiful spot with great host. We were welcomed as we came in and directed to select an available spot. Enjoyed a campfire in the early morning. Bring your mosquito spray!
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Kenzie
July 2025
Tent
With kids
Great spot! Isolated and close to water. Water is fine to swim in as I think most bodies of water in this area have the same warnings just maybe not as concentrated? Idk, my husband and I didn’t grow any extra limbs or anything crazy! Plan to come back again soon :)
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Pamela
July 2025
45 ft toy hauler
Group trip
Ample parking, beautiful view, and quiet. The type of hip camp you want to come back to every summer. Thank you for sharing your property with hipcampers. Felt very special.
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Heather
July 2025
Tent
With kids
We loved camping the past five nights on the water! Stewart and Shawna were extremely accommodating and communicative. We had reached out very early in the spring and they allowed us to drive out to check out the space before hand to assure we would fit comfortably. I had booked sites 2&3; we brought a 33 foot travel trailer, and my mother brought a 40foot 5th wheel. The two sites together were mowed down and fit us very comfortably. Our teenagers even pitched a couple tents on site. We also brought a 23ft tritoon boat that was kept at the dock. The boat launch was only a five minute drive away and we kept our car and boat trailer at camp as well with no extra charge. This spot was so perfect spot for our family! The kids loved the beach, they used the lily pad and kayaks daily. My toddler really loved the shallow water near the beach. The property/land was quiet, relaxing and very peaceful at these sites. We boated to Sandpoint on the 4th for the firework show - that was about a 30-45min adventure each way.
The only advice for future campers is to bring lots of bug spray and citronella candles. The mosquitoes are thick (expected since you are literally right on the water).
Thank you for a great (long) weekend Stewart & Shawna!!
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Daniel
July 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Beautiful secluded campsite outside of Couer D'Alene and a very helpful host. Would definitely stay here again.
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Susan
June 2025
19 ft campervan
Paradise found!
Stunning views in all directions- wished we could’ve stayed all summer.
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Kelly
March 2025
35 ft Class A
With pets
PEACEFULL SPOT, HAD AN EMERGENCY AND HAD TO RESCHED. PERHAPS NEXT TIME. L ADI DA DAD DA, PEANUT BUTTER AND CHOC GO GREAT! GOD IS GREAT, BEER IS GOOD, PEOPLE ARE F-ING CRAZY!!
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The best waterside camping near Coeur d'Alene guide
Where to go
Farragut State Park
With hundreds of individual campsites for RVs and tents, plus cabins and group camps, Farragut State Park in Coeur d’Alene Mountains boasts an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Tree to Tree is a zipline park with wild swings and treetop rope courses for adventurers ages six and up. Farragut is also home to several disc golf courses, from Little Black Bear for beginners to Cutthroat for more experienced players. After a day in the trees, park at one of the many RV campsites in Farragut that have water and electricity hookups, plus shared showers with modern restrooms.
Heyburn State Park
The oldest state park in the Pacific Northwest, Heyburn State Park features Chatcolet, Benewah, and Hidden Lakes for terrific fishing, boating, and water sports. The meandering St. Joe River is another option for kayaking or canoeing past towering Ponderosa pine trees and flower-filled meadows. Spend the night amongst the trees at cottage and cabin rentals that offer comfortable amenities like furnished kitchens, charcoal grills, and outdoor picnic tables. Or go to a lakeside tent and RV campground near children’s playgrounds and indoor shower facilities.
Coeur d'Alene National Forest
Head deep into the woods at Coeur d’Alene National Forest, part of Idaho Panhandle National Forests. Explore the lush evergreen mountains while keeping an eye out for local wildlife, including woodland caribou, bald eagles, grizzly bears, muskrats, and black-backed woodpeckers. Hike the Bell Bay Trail around Lake Coeur d’Alene, or take a dip in the lake for a refreshing swim. When the day is done, stay at well-appointed campgrounds with drinking water and firepits in wooded valleys near peaceful Beauty Creek.
When to go
Camping near Coeur d’Alene is most comfortable from late spring through early fall, when temperatures hover in the high-50s to low-60s during the day. Watch out for slippery or muddy sections on hiking trails following rainfall or snowmelt. Summer is the busiest and hottest time to visit, with daytime highs approaching the mid-80s, and there are very few rainy days.