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Idaho · Recreation.gov

Bell Bay Campground

47.4734° N / 116.8462° W · Data Nov 2 2026, checked hourly
16 monitored sites

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Bell Bay Campground

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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-233908

When Bell Bay Campground reopens

Bell Bay Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 7 days
0
Openings · last 30 days
0
Openings · last 90 days
13

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About Bell Bay Campground

Overview

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 shoreline.

Recreation

Hikers enjoy the Bell Bay Trail, a foot path that runs for a mile around the lake shore.

The lake beach 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 60 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.

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 d'Alene Lake just north of Harrison, Idaho.

The lake spans 50 square miles, offering countless recreation opportunities and scenic views for visitors.

Nearby Attractions

The town of Coeur d'Alene, 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.

16 monitored sites2 FCFS sitesRVs up to 43 ftNo hookups7 shadedWaterfrontLakefrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 75

Getting there

From Pinehurst, Idaho, take Interstate 90 west and turn south on Highway 3. Make a right on Highway 97 and continue north for 13 miles. Turn west onto Road 314 (also known as East Point Road) and continue 3 miles to campground.

406 East Point Rd., Harrison, ID 83833435-245-6521
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FAQ

How do I get a reservation at Bell Bay Campground?

Online reservations for this facility, where offered, are made through Recreation.gov. Campsite Sniper has also detected 13 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.

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How current is this availability data?

Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Bell Bay Campground, so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.

How often do new openings appear at Bell Bay Campground?

Campsite Sniper detected 13 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.

Which sites at Bell Bay Campground fit a 35-foot RV?

11 of the 16 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 43 ft.

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