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The best camping in Kootenai National Forest, MT
73% (15)
Top-rated campgrounds in Kootenai National Forest
Loon Lake Campground
1. Loon Lake Campground
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North Dickey Lake Campground
2. North Dickey Lake Campground
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Bull River Campground and Group Site
3. Bull River Campground and Group Site
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Tobacco River Campground
4. Tobacco River Campground
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North Shore Campground
5. North Shore Campground
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Sylvan Lake Campground
6. Sylvan Lake Campground
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Big Therriault Lake Campground
7. Big Therriault Lake Campground
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Little Therriault Lake campground
8. Little Therriault Lake campground
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Rexford Bench Campground
9. Rexford Bench Campground
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McGregor Lake Campground
10. McGregor Lake Campground
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Webb Mountain Lookout
11. Webb Mountain Lookout
Mount Wam Lookout
12. Mount Wam Lookout
Yaak Mountain Lookout Cabin
13. Yaak Mountain Lookout Cabin
Upper Ford Ranger Station Cabin
14. Upper Ford Ranger Station Cabin
Big Creek Baldy Lookout
15. Big Creek Baldy Lookout
Bull River Guard Station
16. Bull River Guard Station
Garver Mountain Lookout Cabin
17. Garver Mountain Lookout Cabin
Sex Peak Lookout
18. Sex Peak Lookout
Gem Peak Lookout Cabin
19. Gem Peak Lookout Cabin
McGillivray Campground
20. McGillivray Campground
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Top-rated campsites near Kootenai National Forest
BnR Horse Ranch
1. BnR Horse Ranch
100%
(19)
19mi from Kootenai National Forest · 29 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Are you looking for an adventure and opportunities to explore the wilderness and Lake Koocanusa? Come experience camping off grid in the true beautiful nature and wildlife of Montana. I have an off grid ranch on 161 acres bordered by the Kootenai National Forest and Lake Koocanusa just down the dirt road. It's very wooded but does have a few open meadows. My land is very private surrounded by beautiful mountains, forestry, wildlife and streams/creeks. The lake has a great beach front for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, etc. There's a boat launch 3 miles away for bigger boats or pontoons. My property also provides direct access to hundreds of miles of trails for hiking, horse trail riding, biking, snowmobiling and 4-wheeling.
Want to bring your horse? We also offer horse camping, trail riding with overnight trail camping options and stall boarding. Round pen and outdoor arena available soon.
Learn more about this land:
Pitch a tent or park your RV next to the creek or anywhere on our 161 acres surrounded by the Kootenai National Forest. Full access to Lake Koocanusa for kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, etc. Immediate access to Kootenai National Forest with hundred miles of trails for hiking, 4-wheeling, biking, etc. Tour Libby Dam and visitor center located about 4 miles away. Also offer horse camping and trail riding.
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Nonetheless Offgrid Homestead
2. Nonetheless Offgrid Homestead
97%
(16)
21mi from Kootenai National Forest · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Traveling this gorgeous country extensively since she was 12 years old, Charlie fell in love with the west and North Idaho. Finally, in 2016 she purchased this little slice of paradise in the remote Far North Idaho wilderness where she turned an old hunting property into an Offgrid Homestead. While many places have been stripped of trees only to be replanted by all the same species, this place was sustainably and privately logged and
much of the natural tree diversity exists. Not many places can you find many different firs, pines, larch, cedar, alders, and birch all in one place.
Perched at the edge of wilderness areas, national forests, and timberlands but just off a main road, you find yourself transported into the wild in a short drive! The property is frequented daily by all types of wildlife and is hugged by TWO mountain ranges. The homestead is managed in a permaculture design with back-to-Eden and
HuglekulUtr gardens to have minimal impact on the land.
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Easy access just 1/2 mile off main paved road with views of BOTH the Purcell and Cabinet Mountain Ranges. Our little slice of paradise is a great stop on your way to/from Glacier National Park (100 mi) or to come enjoy all that North Idaho and Western Montana has to offer. We are just a few miles from the Montana border and you can walk from your campsite to Kaniksu National Forest. We're just a 15 minute drive to Bonners Ferry where you can enjoy the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, Snow Creek Falls, rent kayaks and venture on the Kootenai River, visit the Boundary County Museum, an Antique Mall on the way to town is always full of treasures, play at Kootenai Casino, visit wineries and breweries, many great local restaurants boasting great cuisine with small town charm including an AMAZING farmers market every Saturday May - September and great downtown shopping. Or if you are up for a scenic drive you can venture to visit the Yaak Falls, Kootenai Falls, Ross Creek Cedars, Baldy Lookout, Schweitzer Ski Resort, and much more. Here at our little offgrid homestead you have choice of tent camping in the forest or tent/van/car/rv camping in our field next to the Larch grove and Timberland property. With the river close by eagles are frequently soaring overhead. Turkey, deer, and elk are passing through daily. And there is no neighbors to be seen except our small chicken flock and you may be greeted by Buddy the Dog! Although if you are not a dog person feel free to let us know and we will accommodate you! If you have any questions about local activities, we'll happily provide you with great ideas and directions. Farm fresh eggs and firewood available for purchase and 5 gallons of non-potable water available with use of provided offgrid foot pump sink. Please note there is no cell service. If you want peace and minimal contact we can email everything in advance to have your accommodations met upon arrival and if you want to stop and chat about local activities or the offgrid homestead life just say the word; we're happy to be hosting you and want to make your experience a good one in any way we can! Groups welcome! There are several locations where you can camp separately or together. RVs limited to dry seasons May-September due to road conditions. While we are not far off the main road our road and drive require 4x4 October - April.
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Heritage Cabin Property
3. Heritage Cabin Property
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(20)
30mi from Kootenai National Forest · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
If you are looking for quietude, this is your spot! Twenty acres situated minutes from lakes, rivers and US Forest Service land. Partly forested and partly pasture land, we boast Aspen, Fir, Spruce and Pine trees. Wildlife that commonly pass through include coyote, elk, deer and badger. Lots of bird life from woodpeckers and blue jays to eagles and owls. Fuel, groceries and river access available a short fifteen minute drive away.
Lake access is only twenty minutes to the closest, Murphy Lake. Half a dozen other lakes within a thirty minute range. We have a campfire ring set up at your RV/Camp site and camp wood is available. You have fresh, potable water on site as well as electric hook-up. No RV dump available.
We are pet friendly! Since we do have neighbors and wildlife, we require pets to be leashed when not secured in our fenced area. We are located outside of the range of cell service when on-site however we do have wifi available at the host cabin.
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North Haven Campground
4. North Haven Campground
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32mi from Kootenai National Forest · 23 sites · RVs, Lodging
ABOUT NORTH HAVEN
Featuring 5+ acres in a peaceful wooded setting, with 5 Luxury Log Cabins (1BD and 2BD), 21 RV Sites, 2 Conestoga Glamping Wagons w/ private bathroom access, 1 Glamping Tipi, Tent Campsites, Large Bathhouse Facility and Laundry Room (open 24/7), "The Outpost" Camp Store and Office and a nature walking trail. Picnic tables, fire rings, propane BBQ grills at the cabins and glamping sites.
LUXURY LOG CABINS...
- 1-bedroom 1-bathroom log cabins that sleep up to 4 Guests.
- 2-bedroom 2-bathroom log cabins that sleep 6-8 Guests.
- Two pet-friendly cabins available (Cabins 1 and 2).
RV SITES...
- 21 RV sites: 10 full hook up; ALL are pull-through;
- 11 partial hook-up (Water and Electric); 7 are pull-through;
- Each site features 20/30/50 amp electrical receptacles;
- Picnic table and fire ring at each site
- 24/7/365 access to Bathhouse restrooms, showers and laundry room.
CONESTOGA GLAMPING WAGONS...
- Glamorous Camping at it's best!
- King bed, twin-over-twin bunk bed; sleep up to 4 Guests;
- Microwave, mini fridge and wagon wheel table;
- Electricity, USB charging ports, Mitsubishi mini split for heat and A/C;
- Private access to a dedicated bathroom in the adjacent Showerhouse, with shower, sink, toilet, with bath towels, bath amenities (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bar soap);
- Outdoor wood picnic table, fire ring and propane BBQ grill;
- Parking for one vehicle next to the Wagon
GLAMPING TIPI...
- Queen bed; Full size fold out futon; sleep up to 4 Guests
- Microwave, mini fridge and small table;
- Electricity, Heater, Portable AC unit;
- 24/7 access to the nearby bathhouse facilities with private restrooms, showers and laundry room;
- Outdoor fire ring and propane BBQ grill;
- Parking for one vehicle near the Tipi
North Haven Campground is locally owned and operated and is committed to providing a 5-star experience for our Guests. We have something for everyone and are conveniently located not far from Hwy 95 and Hwy 2 near Canada and northwestern Montana. No train tracks anywhere near the campground so Guests can enjoy the wooded setting and nearby proximity to shopping, restaurants and outdoor adventures in Bonners Ferry.
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Hymas Family Farm Stay
5. Hymas Family Farm Stay
93%
(15)
32mi from Kootenai National Forest · 6 sites
Hymas Family Farm is an operating regenerative agricultural farm. We have cows to milk, eggs to gather, sheep to tend to and pigs to feed each morning. We have a farmstore on site for eggs, steak, chops, bacon and milk. Sometimes we even have soft serve, organic ice cream available. Pickleball and basketball court is also available at the farm for you to enjoy. A shower and bathroom is also provided for guests.
There are 29 acres of pasture and 15 acres of woods. Spectacular views nestled in a beautiful valley between the Rocky Mountains!
Learn more about this land:
North Idaho is outdoorsman's paradise. Hiking, fishing, climbing or relax and enjoy the peace of the farm and mountains. There are several waterfalls and lakes nearby or a majestic ski resort within an hour's distance. All are surrounded by the towering Rocky Mountains. Canada is 20 minutes to the north!
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The Bicycle Station
6. The Bicycle Station
100%
(17)
34mi from Kootenai National Forest · 7 sites
The Bicycle Station is a "cycle In" camping area only, on a 23 acre farmstead. We are situated on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, The Tamarack Loop, and a few miles off the Great Parks North Route, the Northern Tier Route, and folks Riding the Arctic Circle to the Southern Tip of South America. We have a common area (with refrigerator, hotplate, and kettle), WIFI, bathrooms, showers, and a bicycle mechanic and washing station.
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Blue Lake RV Resort
7. Blue Lake RV Resort
97%
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36mi from Kootenai National Forest · 47 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
BLUE LAKE RV RESORT
Your favorite North Idaho destination. Conveniently located in the heart of North Idaho, 22 miles north of Sandpoint and 5 miles south of Bonners Ferry.
From our lake to nearby trails and waterfalls, outdoor activities abound.
When entering the park, please watch for trains. There are no crossing arms.
COMING FROM THE SOUTH?
When you get here, go past our driveway, there is a semi-truck turnaround just 1/4 mile north of us. The approach from the north is much easier than trying to cross traffic coming from the south.
AMENITIES
•Our limited 36 sites on 21 acres make Blue Lake feel uncrowded and peaceful.
•Fire pits and picnic tables at EVERY SITE!
• Satellite-friendly sites available
•We retained the charm of the wooded, old-fashion campground of our youth, but with the amenities of a modern RV facility: WiFi, radiant floor heat and on demand hot water in the bathrooms, and full-service laundry.
•Big trees make lots of shade at the lakeside. The majority of the lake shore is shared space for all guests.
•Feed the turtles and catfish and watch the trout jump like little orcas! Big trout and catfish to be caught, no license needed!
•Summertime warms the surface water temps, so swim, kayak or float our awesome 3-acre lake.
•Enjoy the wine deck every day from 6pm-9 pm
•Free Showers
Every Bathroom in our bathhouse includes a toilet, sink and shower for your convenience.
Heated floors!
•Coin Laundry
$3.50 is needed to wash and dry 1 load. The laundry room also has a change machine for $1 bills.
•Free Wifi
Enjoy a free internet connection for checking emails and browsing the internet. Not suitable for streaming.
•Sauna
Book an all-day, private sauna for you and your friends Or book a single session on one of the open sauna days. Limited availability, you must book in advance
•Boat Rentals
Kayaks, Pedal Boats, and SUPs are available for rent by the hour.
•Movie Rentals
Action, Romance, Comedy, Cartoons. There’s something for everyone on our DVD rental shelf.
•Free Games/Balls
Giant Chess by the lake, horseshoes, Ladder Ball, Badminton, Bocce Ball, Ping Pong, Volley Ball, Croquet, Frisbee, footballs, checkers, Laddy Bug Tic-Tac-Toe.
•Wine and Beer Bar
Huckleberry Mimosas, Local Beers, Red and White Wine. We’ve got what you need to relax on our wine deck overlooking the lake.
•Swimming and Fishing
Swimming Dock, Fishing Dock. Cool off this summer with a dip in our lake. Or try your luck chasing trout, bass or catfish.
(catch and release only, no license needed)
•Firewood for Sale
Please help reduce the spread of invasive bugs and wood disease by buying locally. $5.25 per bundle or $15 for 3 bundles.Don’t worry, you’ll get more than 4 pieces in our bundles. Unlike some places…
•Ice for Sale
Run out of Ice? No need to run to town, we’ve got it right here.
•Community Fire Pits
Come down to the fire pits and listen to someone share their adventures, or share a story of your own!
•Dog Park
After a long day on the road, your pooch will enjoy our off-leash, fenced dog park, as well as our off-leash walking trail.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
•Places to Visit
-Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge
-Kootenai River
-Glacier National Park
-Bonners Ferry Pelton Wheel
-Boundary County Museum
-Brush Lake
-Mirror Lake Golf Course
-International Selkirk Loop
-9B Trails
-Clifty Mountain & Katka Peak
-Kootenai Falls & Swinging Bridge
-Snow Creek Falls
-Spruce Lake
-Copper Falls
-Myrtle Creek Falls
-Roman Nose Lakes
•Activities
-Dining
-Hiking
-Fishing
-Kayaking
-Golfing
-ATVs and Dirtbikes
-Bird Watching
-Bowling
-Bonners Ferry Events
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Lost Fainting Goat Ranch
8. Lost Fainting Goat Ranch
100%
(12)
39mi from Kootenai National Forest · 1 site
COME AND EXPERIENCE BEAUTIFUL NORTH IDAHO!!!
We are located down a dead-end road, approximately 18 miles from downtown Sandpoint, with all it has to offer, yummy restaurants, Cedar Street Public Market, music concerts, the Bonner County Fair and don't miss City Beach no matter the weather, maybe even take a lake tour. We are 12 miles from The Idaho Club and just 22 miles from Schweitzer and some of the most breathtaking views around. There is always something to do and see on the mountain. Trestle Creek Park on the shore of Lake Pend Oreille, is another of our favorite places and it's only a 16-mile drive through some of the most picturesque areas of the NW. After a fun filled day exploring North Idaho come and relax at The Lost Fainting Goat Ranch, an amusing name for a place we call home. There is a separate private driveway, and you will have the whole camp area to yourselves, yet we aren't far away should a need arise. You may occasionally hear us (4 busy kids, 1 fat cat, 2 friendly dogs, 1 noisy rooster and 11 happy hens yet still no fainting goats) but we want you to feel like you are in your own private sanctuary. We are offering a new furnished bell tent in a secluded area of our private property in the beautiful mountains of Sandpoint Idaho. Our camp area is along a quiet creek that is visited by deer, wild turkey, squirls and even the occasional moose. There are also those less desirable critters that live in nature like insects, and we do try and mitigate those troublemakers with screens, traps, Diatomaceous Earth and other natural means. This area of our property is off grid with a wonderful shower house built from wood milled from our own land, complete with hot water and a compost toilet. We even provide Starlink WiFi and a way to charge cell phones thanks to our solar charged batteries. There is a fire pit, comfy chairs, a beautiful picnic table, again, made from wood from our own land, and a screened in area with cooking supplies. Our family enjoys hosting guests and we enjoy meeting new people. The most common phrase we heard when we first moved here was "Welcome to Idaho!" We hope you love it here as much as we do. When you reserve your time with us, please look for messages regarding directions and check-in instructions, we like to meet everyone to show you around and it gets pretty dark out here in the country and the cell coverage is pretty spotty in our area. We truly want you to have a relaxing experience and good communication helps us serve you better. Thank you!
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Maverick Mountain Home
9. Maverick Mountain Home
99%
(72)
42mi from Kootenai National Forest · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Maverick Mountain Home is perched on a mountainside several hundred feet above picturesque Trestle Creek, a protected Kokanee Salmon and Bull Trout spawning habitat, two short but gorgeous miles up the road from Lake Pend Oreille. Our property is hidden within an epic cedar, fir and pine forest, bracketed by the Kaniksu National Forest to the east and conservation land to the west.
SPRING/SUMMER/FALL:
Spend the afternoon at the Trestle Creek on the eastern shore of Lake Pend Oreille, only two miles down the road (just off Highway 200), where you can launch your boat, swim at the beach, or paddle along the shore in your kayak or SUP.
Or, take an adventurous backcountry drive up Trestle Creek Road into the mountains of the Kaniksu National Forest where you can check out Lunch Peak Lookout, hike miles of pristine trails to one of the three nearby mountain lakes, explore several waterfalls, or drive the entire 35 mile backcountry loop down to the town of Clark Fork.
If quiet rest is what you seek, find a secluded spot next to one of creeks where you can hang a hammock and listen for that still small voice. Or read a book until the peaceful whispers of flowing water and breeze through the trees lulls you to sleep.
You'll be in for a special treat if you book your site during the annual Kokanee Salmon spawning season! The salmon run usually starts during the last week in August or first week in September and lasts through late September. There are a multitude of viewing locations along Trestle Creek to witness this yearly miracle and snap some amazing photos!
WINTER:
Bring your snow machines and take advantage of sled in/sled out access from your campsite to the Trestle Creek loop system, boasting spectacular backcountry terrain with 50+ miles of groomed trails and hundreds of thousands of off-trail acres to explore! On-site trailer parking adjacent to the road is available.
If skiing is your thing, Schweitzer Mountain Ski Resort is an easy (and gorgeous) 45 minute commute. Don't tell anyone, but Schweitzer Mountain is an absolute gem of a ski resort with 2,900 acres of gorgeous skiing terrain (and epic views) for all ages and skill levels. Our family spends a good bit of time skiing here.
Winter Driveway Access: a 4-wheel/all-wheel drive vehicle is required to climb our driveway during winter conditions.
OUR STORY:
We (Tim and Molly) spent 14 years raising our young family in the desert heat of north Phoenix. Every summer we went dispersed camping as many weekends as possible with our four (now five) children in the backcountry mountain ranges of northern Arizona. We watched our family grow stronger together and sibling relationships flourish as the mental and emotional grime of the city grind was slowly washed from our souls during idle morning hangouts, afternoon hiking adventures and evening stories and laughs around the campfire.
We had a particularly amazing mountaintop experience in 2014 backcountry camping over Labor Day Weekend where we felt a strong calling to share with others the blessings we were experiencing. Our hearts were impressed with a desire to host a place in the "wilderness" where people and families could escape and unwind from the noise and pace of city life for a few days and maybe even have a mountaintop experience of their own.
After several years of waiting for the right timing, we started exploring and found this place in January 2019. By April we had sold our home in Phoenix and moved our family 2,000 miles north to this 27 acre property on a mountain of Hope. We named it Maverick Mountain Home, which captures our love of the wilderness, our mission to care for the lost, and our desire to be unbranded by the world.
Upon landing here we immediately got to work preparing. We've spent the last five years working on hundreds of different projects, including: rehabilitating our driveway, beginning a long-term whole-house remodel, building a chicken coop, maintaining our driveway, fencing in a new orchard, chicken yard, and pig yard, planting trees, replacing a spring house, maintaining our driveway, installing underground infrastructure for future guest facilities, clearing trails, milling lumber, and maintaining our driveway.
In 2024 we dedicated a good portion of April and May to preparing our first HipCamp site, Living Water, which went live on our wedding anniversary at the end of May. We added our second site, Boondock Butte in July with plans for several more sites in coming years. Since the first booking on our opening weekend we've watched as that line from "Field of Dreams" came true in our "backyard" - we built it and they started coming.
Welcome to Maverick Mountain Home, Intrepid Camper! It is a huge blessing for us to share this amazing place with you.
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Small Yurt in the Woods
10. Small Yurt in the Woods
97%
(70)
42mi from Kootenai National Forest · 1 site
We have created this place and lived here for over 20 years. Our two boys who are 18 and 21 love to play and create their own piece of heaven. We desire to share it with others and allow them to see the magic of yurt living. We also live in a 30-ft yurt on the property that is our special place.
Learn more about this land:
This 14-foot yurt is a short walk of about 50 yards from the guest parking. You will pass our 30-ft family yurt and go to your own private space. The property has a great remote feeling and has space to move around. There is a queen custom bed and room for a child or two on the floor if desired. There is a small gravity-fed water system for the yurt and your own private outhouse. Plenty of wood for you to stay warm by the fire inside and an outdoor shower shared by our family. The kitchen comes with pots and pans, plates, etc. and a few extras. You will hear the sounds of nature and North Idaho at times out in your yurt as trains pass through the valley to Canada. We are 1.5 miles away from the tracks. If you are into being independent and open to new experiences then we would love to share our space with you.
Please pull in the drive and pull up past the big garage and park to the left by the Yurt Parking Sign. Then walk towards the trail sign and follow the path. Recommended for you to bring a headlamp and outdoor slippers to walk to the outhouse or shower during your stay. We have towels at the yurt for your use. We can provide a Therm-a-rest bed for your child if needed.
Please bring your own wood for outside fires at the fire pit. Currently there is fire restriction in effect.
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Birch Forest Farm
11. Birch Forest Farm
91%
(11)
43mi from Kootenai National Forest · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
HUNTING SEASON BASE CAMP!! This campsite is about 20 minutes drive from Sandpoint, ID. perched on the mountainside overlooking Lake Pend Oreille, the Pack River Flats, Idaho Club Golf Course, Schweitzer Ski Resort, and the Norther Selkirk Mountian Range, the property is bordered on the east by millions of acres of USFS lands (Kaniksu National Forest) to the east, and bordered on the west by thousands of acres of Idaho Fish & Game land. fishing on the Pack River is only a football field away, or if you want to tow a boat, the public boat launch on the lake is only a 5 minute drive from camp. Horse camping? Ride your horse off the property into hundreds of miles of horse trails, free to explore. Hunting? Make this camp one of the most beautiful base camps you ever had. Bring a bottle of wine and watch the sun set over the Selkirks while you enjoy the smoke and crackle of the campfire.
Campsites are primitive, but two of them have enough space for boondocking. :-)
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Lakeview Majesty
12. Lakeview Majesty
96%
(232)
45mi from Kootenai National Forest · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
Enjoy our beautiful peaceful, scenic property while tent camping or RV camping (full hookups). Gorgeous views of Idaho's largest lake, Lake Pend Oreille. Wake up in a peaceful woodsy setting where deer and turkeys roam the property. Stargaze by night, while you enjoy every lake amenity available by the day, only half a mile away! Sandpoint Marina and beach are only 12 miles away! Want to go skiing? Head up to Schweitzer Mountain, only a short 30 minute drive away.
NOTE: All campers over 12 foot tall please take the Sunnyside Cut off Road.
Do not go under railroad tracks it only has a 12 foot clearance.
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Legacy Creeks Ranch
13. Legacy Creeks Ranch
100%
(39)
46mi from Kootenai National Forest · 2 sites
The LCR was established January 1st, 2015 as the ambitious result of the owners, James and Debby who dreamt of always having a ranch/recreational destination property. There are no small town main streets or stores, fancy restaurants or coffee stands, not even any museums or other touristy attractions..... what you will find is a remote, peaceful, serene, and private setting with a great history and relatively easy access to any of those things; all less than 30 minutes away. You'll also be in close proximity to Glacier National Park, Whitefish and Flathead Lakes (plus countless other lakes, rivers, ponds, and streams), as well as all of the other wonders the Flathead Valley and Northwest Montana offers.
Our property offers two Full RV sites and two tiny cabin rentals. The RV's can be reserved here on Hipcamp and the cabins are available on VRBO #2432106 or #2432361 for reservations. For more information and pictures. The RV sites have water, sewer, and electric hook-up(s) 15ft or less from your unit so please make sure your connections are long enough. There is no cellular service or coverage but we have very good Internet access and WiFi calling is available with most smart phones.
Enjoy your time watching deer graze, fish jumping in the pond, or star gazing unlike you’ll ever see...or just relax with a good book. Our property has many options nearby or about an hour away including Flathead and Whitefish Lakes, Glacier National Park, and a myriad of other lakes or hiking trails. You can also find shopping or exploring in any of the downtown areas nearby.
Pets allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them.
We look forward to having you visit us in America’s “Last Best Place”!
James and Debby Abraham
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Grumpy Chicken Farm Camp
14. Grumpy Chicken Farm Camp
99%
(45)
46mi from Kootenai National Forest · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
Learn more about this land:
We are a You-Pick flower farm and Floral Company in beautiful Sandpoint Idaho, with a field of flowers for you to enjoy. The property is located in the Heart of the Selle Valley, an area rich in history. There is running water and a port o potty on the property.
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Water Front RV Sites With Dock
15. Water Front RV Sites With Dock
91%
(11)
49mi from Kootenai National Forest · 2 sites
Scenic RV Sites with Full Hookups on Lake Pend Oreille!
Enjoy the beauty of North Idaho at one of our two back-in RV sites, each equipped with full hookups including 50-amp power, water, and sewer. Nestled on a quiet private road, these sites offer a peaceful setting with beautiful views of Lake Pend Oreille.
Perfect for boaters, both sites include water access and a shared floating dock—ideal for launching your boat, relaxing in the sun, or enjoying lunch by the water. Maximum length for motorhomes ONLY 38'
Utilizing the boat slip is an extra cost.
The sites are located on a vacant lot next to our private cabin, and there is one neighboring RV on a separate lot nearby. Come experience lakeside living and the tranquility of the great outdoors.
Other things to do:
20 minutes from Downtown Sandpoint – Charming small town with local shops, restaurants, breweries, and art galleries
Fishing & Boating – Excellent lake fishing for bass, trout, and kokanee; bring your gear or rent nearby
Wildlife Watching – Bald eagles, deer, osprey, and even moose are often spotted
Huckleberry Picking (seasonal) – A fun North Idaho tradition!
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Stillwater Getaway
16. Stillwater Getaway
94%
(27)
49mi from Kootenai National Forest · 14 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Family and pet friendly lakeside cabins, wall tents, and campsites. Come enjoy a true Montana experience at Stillwater Getaway, located 15 miles North of Whitefish on Lower Stillwater Lake bring your paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes to explore the lake. There is a bath house with showers and toilets and outhouses around the property as well. We have a shared Mess Hall with a full kitchen with a BBQ grill, coffee, and WiFi.
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The Montana Dream
17. The Montana Dream
100%
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71mi from Kootenai National Forest · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
A wonderful travel trailer near Glacier National Park and five minutes from fishing and rafting opportunities! In the heart of Montana in the Flathead Valley and just North of Columbia Falls! You have your own area for a private camp fire to roast s’mores! There is an outdoor BBQ, table and chairs! Our property has a tiny private rental cabin across from the trailers private space and the owner host lives on site!
The trailer itself has a double or full bed perfect for two people, a sofa couch, a bed above that for a child, and a table that makes into a bed so you could fit 2 adults and three children or 3 adults comfortably! Propane and electric are available on site! The trailer is beautiful blue interior and very charming! There are hiking trails with water falls close by! It is a day trip to the Bison Range! The trailer Is furnished with many amenities!
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Northwest Montana Retreat Cabin
18. Northwest Montana Retreat Cabin
17mi from Kootenai National Forest · 1 site
Along the driveway where the Cabinet Mountain Wilderness can best be seen across our grassy pond, the view has always captivated us, so we dropped a tiny cabin here. It’s a magical rustic blend of off-grid simplicity and curated luxury.
We built the Cabin with the intention of doing things differently and because we believe we’ve succeeded in this concept, finding the words to define it has been a challenge. It’s somewhere between guest lodge and summer camp.
When you come here, you have to expect that you’ll also be doing things differently. Like preparing your food over the outdoor fire or the outdoor cook stove, and heating water to wash the enamel plates in a basin after your meal. And in learning how to use the composting toilet (don’t worry, it’s in a room of its own off the front porch!). Instead of a shower, you’ll have a forest sauna and a dip in the creek. Bring your ice chest and your favorite camp cooking meals. You can find details on exactly what is provided below.
The single room has handcrafted custom everything from the queen sized bed to the built in counter. Outfitted with a blend of vintage treasures and thoughtfully sourced high quality pieces like the tiny wood stove with a glowing glass front and the organic linens inviting you in.
This is a space for you to soak in nature and connect over the campfire, or across the board game by the light of candles. When the sky is clear you’ll be able to stargaze from bed and when you wake you’ll be greeted by ducks on the pond and a ceramic mug waiting for it’s French pressed coffee. Slip on your boots and your coziest sweater for a walk down the driveway. Reconnect to the simplicity that is possible in this life.
Due to the rural location, you have access to hiking trails, lakes, ponds, and rivers literally within walking distance. Relax, go for a run, hike into the mountains, swim, whatever suits your fancy. This is a relatively secluded location. The cabin is within seeing distance to our main house where we live, and you'll also see another occupied cabin to the right of the pond (our friendly neighbors). We give you lots of privacy but are also happy to visit. We'll let you lead the way!
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Montana Getaway
19. Montana Getaway
19mi from Kootenai National Forest · 1 site
A cozy modern/rustic log cabin overlooking the Kootenai River. Blue Ribbon fishing at your door step and only 2 miles from the town of Troy. Kootenai Falls is just a quick 13 minute drive from the property.
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Dick's Blue Ribbon Fish Camp
20. Dick's Blue Ribbon Fish Camp
88%
(4)
19mi from Kootenai National Forest · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
Amazing new campsites: 2 directly on the banks of NW Montana's famous Blue Ribbon trout stream - the Kootenai River. And 4 campsites in the peaceful forest nearby.
All with private access and unobstructed views up and down the river, Yaak Mountain, and the Cabinet Mountain Wilderness.
Catch wild rainbow, cutthroat, bull trout, and whitefish only steps from your spot. This stretch of the river has over 4,000 trout per mile and over 900 ft of private fishing with many more miles of stream access up and down the river. Launch your drift boat or pontoon for an easy 6 mile float to the Yaak River pullout. Rides may be available to ferry.
We respectfully request catch and release fishing only with artificial lures and flies in order to preserve this precious wild resource.
Easy access to many thousand acres of public land for hunting, hiking, fishing, exploring and sightseeing including the Cabinet Mountain Wilderness Area.
Whitetail deer, mule deer, elk, moose, lions, grizzly, wolf, and black bear viewing almost daily depending on the season. We see more animals within 10 miles here than the last few times we visited Yellowstone or Glacier Parks!
Very basic amenities in a rustic peaceful setting:
* 2 water only hookup spots on the river
* 4 dry camping areas in the forest
* Pets on a leash OK
* Please refrain from loud music and generators
* There is a waste dump site within 1 mile
Access via a 200 yd driveway and 100 yd walk to the river spots. Follow the orange arrows to the river campsites and riverbank trail.
Enjoy one of Montana's finest rivers !
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73% (15)
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Janelle
November 2025
36 ft Class A
With pets
Cute little RV park. Communications with the establishment have been great. Two thumbs up 👍 👍
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Santos
November 2025
Tent
I was shocked to see just how beautiful Ryan's land was. Pictures do not do it justice and I would definitely recommend visiting.
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Sean
October 2025
Tent
Pam's place was amazing awesome setup! She's really thought of everything that a camper needs out in the woods as an enjoyable time for sure!
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Zach
October 2025
16 ft car
The hosts were great and the site was beautiful and quiet. We will definitely be coming back.
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Catherine
October 2025
38 ft travel trailer
With pets
Beautiful property, Ryder, met us right as we arrived! The horses and goats are amazing! They love people! Close to the lake, I would definitely go back!
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Cori
September 2025
Tent
With kids
The campsite was very private, large, mostly level and lovely. The dogs were very sweet. My family enjoyed our stay just at the campsite. We took a trip into Sandpoint and ate a great restaurant, I think it was called Jalepenos. The flower farm portion looked beautiful just from the fence. As we were leaving the owner told us how their upick flower farm works. We had the best time exploring all the rows and rows of flowers to fill out cup. There were still many beautiful flowers for us in mid-September. We all really enjoyed our stay.
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Julie
September 2025
Tent
Lovely location and great hosts! Enjoyed the privacy and quiet with lots a hiking nearby.
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Pam
September 2025
21 ft travel trailer
Em's place is always so wonderful & peaceful. Her thoughtful extra touches are much appreciated. I recommend this spot for anyone looking to get away for a quick weekend or extended stay.
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Chanelle
September 2025
With pets
We loved our stay at the farm! The tent was private in the woods and we came up to the farm’s shop for fresh ice cream and fresh eggs and also paid extra to help milk a cow haha our daughter loved the cows! The zipper didn’t work on the tent but otherwise everything was so lovely. We used the cook stove and they had some cook supplies in there too which was super nice. Would definitely recommend , I always wanted to try out glamping and the whole family had a lot of fun with it.
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Lea
September 2025
With pets
We had a great stay at Chris and Michal's place! It was the perfect mix of luxury (good tent, great kitchen set up, hot water) and camping (on a sweet little creek, very private). Our hosts were also very attentive and helpful and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and welcome.
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Brian
September 2025
Tent
This place is awesome and the people are even better. They have thought of all the details with a cyclist in mind. True glamping at its best. If you are cycling through you should check it out.
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Glenda
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
We landed across this place last minute due to schedule changes and we ended up loving it. Although the sites aren’t anything special (we had a pull through with water and electric, which offered more space than those with full hook-ups), we loved site 18. We opened up so we didn’t see anyone but had full access to the recreation area that no one seemed to use. We played Corn Hole, listened to music, played ball with our dog, all in this open area. The bathrooms, showers and laundry room are worth visiting this place, just to clean up. You will be shocked at what you experience. Enjoy!
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ALICIA
September 2025
32 ft Class C
With pets
Great, clean site with a beautiful lake view. Hosts are super friendly, helpful and accommodating. Downtown Sandpoint is close by boat and vehicle.
We recommend the great burgers and fries at Burger Bay. It's a short drive or boat ride from the spot.
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Michael
September 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With kids
The hosts were fantastic and the scenery was beautiful. We would definitely go back again. Short drive into Sandpoint and lots of fun stuff to do in the area.
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Jo
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Stillwater Getaway
Stillwater Getaway was easy to find and park near our stay. The Canteen made it easy to prepare meals and clean up.
Our dogs enjoyed the lake and nearby trails. It was a wonderful respite for all
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Katie
September 2025
With kids
Shayne and Ryder are great people! Very friendly and they made sure that we had everything we needed when we checked in. Shayne even took our son to feed the horses and play with the goats while we unloaded our stuff. The Airstream was comfy and clean and Ryder made sure we knew how to work everything. It's very close to a couple different parks on the lake for swimming, fishing, etc. We'd definitely stay with them again!
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Jasmine
September 2025
Tent
I loved tent camping here with my boyfriend! They had everything we needed such as fire pit, water, bear box, and picnic table! The place was perfectly nestled away in the woods but still close to everything and the portapotty in walking distance was convenient!
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Marti
September 2025
20 ft campervan
Great little secluded area! The host was very accommodating last minute, and very responsive. The site was clean, and we were offered fire wood for purchase. It was too hot to use but was a nice touch. We also had some leveling items at the site ready for us on arrival. Would recommend!
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Greg
September 2025
16 ft car
Easy to find, very rewarding views, nice campsites with tables and fire pits, quiet environment, very clean porta-potty, plenty of fresh water available in cooler.
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Desirae
September 2025
Tent
With pets
The view was beautiful. Property was very clean and quiet. Albert was very welcoming! We will be back again! :)
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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!
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15 ratings · 5 reviews
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· September 2025
With pets · With kids ·
North Shore Campground
We truly enjoyed ourselves at The North Shore Campground. Stayed two nights. The amenties were on point and made it so easy to last minute plan a mini trip. We only needed food and clothes. We spent most of our days down at the river. The kids loved playing all day in the water. Floaties included. Great vibes! We will be back!!
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Vinny V.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2018
Absolutely gorgeous lake! So stunning and great for kayakers and canoers. It’s right off the highway so you do get some car noise but not so much during the night. It’s $10 to camp/night. Overall very clean and organized campgrounds.
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Brea G.
7 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2018
Bring your friends or a hiking buddy. There are 9 other lakes in this area and you’re going to want to see all of them, they all require some hiking and bear spray! But so worth the views! It’s $5 to camp/night.
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Brea G.
7 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2018
Bring your friends or a hiking buddy. There are 9 other lakes in this area and you’re going to want to see all of them, they all require some hiking and bear spray! But so worth the views! I enjoyed Little T better than Big because of the scenery. It’s $5 to camp/night.
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Brea G.
7 years on Hipcamp
December 2015
This is by far one of the coolest places I have stayed! Secluded on the top of Gem Peak, nothing beats the 360 degree view! Be prepared to climb many steps often, as the outhouse is located on the ground a ways away from the tower. Also, for the same purpose, don't forget headlamps and lanterns! The view of the night sky is unreal from the tower. I didn't want to leave! There are two separate single beds, table and chairs, and a counter space. Don't forget to sign the guestbook and to use the cleaning supplies to pick up after yourself for the next lucky person!
Meredith B.
19 reviews