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The National Forests comprise about 2.5 million acres of public lands surrounding vibrant communities and rich in adventure

About the Area

Recreation

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Recreation opportunities can be viewed as occurring in 5 fairly broad geographic regions, each centered around one or more distinctive features:

  • Priest Lake Region (Priest Lake Ranger District - flanking scenic Priest Lake and Upper Priest Lake)
  • Lower Kootenai River Region (Bonners Ferry Ranger District - rugged mountains surrounding the Kootenai River as it flows through the northern panhandle)
  • Pend Oreille Lake Region (Sandpoint Ranger District - centered around Pend Oreille Lake and its major tributaries - Clark Fork River, Lightning Creek, and Pack River)
  • Coeur d'Alene River Region (Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District - comprised largely of the Coeur d'Alene river basin)
  • St. Joe River Region (St. Joe Ranger District - comprised primarily of the St. Joe River basin)

Note the area you'd like to stay or explore and then discover the recreation opportunities. 

Or choose an activity and see where on the forest it is offered. 

 

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4th of July ATV Trailhead #800

Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
This is a network of dedicated ATV trails and open roads easily accessed from Interstate 90 just a few miles east of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho at the summit of 4th of July Pass.

Avery Creek Cabin

Avery Creek Cabin is located 20 miles northeast of Kingston, Idaho, along Forest Road 208. The fully furnished three-room cabin is adjacent to the North Fork Coeur d'Alene River on the Coeur d'Alene…

Avery Creek Picnic Area

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Water Activities Winter Sports Hiking
Avery Creek Picnic Area is for day use only. Features include 5 picnic units, potable water, and a toilet. Attractions include fishing and floating on the North Fork Coeur d'Alene River and a short…

Bartoo Island Group Site/Campgrounds

Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Bartoo Island Group Site:This group campsite, also known as Sunrise Group Site, is a rustic group camping area on Bartoo Island, only reachable by boat. Surrounded by the clear waters of Priest…

Beauty Creek Campground

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Water Activities Hiking
Beauty Creek Campground is located a half mile from Lake Coeur d'Alene along the peaceful Beauty Creek. Visitors enjoy breathtaking scenery and convenient access to miles of trails.Natural Features:…

Beaver Creek Cabin

Beaver Creek Cabin is a large A-frame cabin with capacity for up to 10 people.  At this time there are two twin size beds, dining table, wood stove, outdoor wash basin, and a vault toilet.  A…

Beaver Creek Campground

Hiking Water Activities
Beaver Creek Campground sits in the Idaho Panhandle National Forests, offering phenomenal views of the Selkirk Mountains across the reflective waters of Priest Lake.Natural Features: The campground…

Bell Bay Campground

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Water Activities Hiking
Bell Bay Campground is a prime place to set up camp on Coeur d'Alene Lake. The upper camp loop is on a hill overlooking the beautiful lake, while the lower loop sits on a short ridge along the…

Berlin Flats Group Campground

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Winter Sports
Berlin Flats Group Area is located along Shoshone Creek, near the North Fork Coeur d'Alene River. This area provides a perfect escape for a warm summer weekend. Here, visitors can tent camp or pull…

Big Creek Campground

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Outdoor Science and Learning Horse Riding and Camping Picnicking Water Activities
9 campsites, vault toilets, day use area, Pack it In Pack it Out waste management system. Fishing, National Recreation Trails, hunting, berry picking, hiking, site of former Civilian Conservation…