Bell Bay
Bell Bay is a national forest campground in Idaho.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Idaho
- Coordinates
- 47.47303, -116.84216
- Map
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- Website
- www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233908
About Bell Bay
Bell Bay Campground is a prime place to set up camp on Coeur dAlene Lake. The upper camp loop is on a hill overlooking the beautiful lake, while the lower loop sits on a short ridge along the shoreline.Natural Features: Located in the Panhandle of northern Idaho, the campground is surrounded by a forest of Ponderosa and other mixed pines. It lies on the southeast shores of Coeur dAlene Lake just north of Harrison, Idaho.The lake spans 50 square miles, offering countless recreation opportunities and scenic views for visitors.Recreation: Hikers enjoy the Bell Bay Trail, a foot path that runs for a mile around the lake shore.The day-use area on the lakeshore offers plenty of opportunities for fishing, swimming, power boating and canoeing.Anglers enjoy the abundance of trout, salmon and panfish in the vast lake.Facilities: Bell Bay campground offers six reservable single family sites and several other sites that are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is also a large group campground on the upper loop that can accommodate up to 75 guests. Drinking water, vault toilets and campfire rings are provided.The lower loop has two docks where boats can be moored. The walk from the docks is fairly steep but short. For reservations visit Recreation.gov.Nearby Attractions: The town of Coeur dAlene, Idaho, on the northern side of the lake, is a popular destination. About an hour away, the area offers paddle boat rentals, ferry rides, sea plane rides and more.
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation · 8.9 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Chevron · 14 mi
- Low clearances
- 3 bridges or tunnels at 14 ft or less within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 6 designated routes (33 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Bay Campground | Private campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| Bell Bay Campground | National forest campground | 0.2 mi | — | No hookups |
| Windy Bay Boater Park | Private campground | 4.2 mi | — | — |
| Praeder Ranch Resort | Private campground | 5.5 mi | — | — |
| Chatcolet Campground | Private campground | 7.6 mi | — | — |
| Mica Bay Boater Park | Private campground | 8.4 mi | — | — |
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Sources. USFS and BLM recreation sites. Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.