Big Hank
Closed — Closed for the season. Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. The campground operates 24 hours daily when open. Maximum 14-day stay limit in any 30-day period.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 29 at 11:45AM PST until January 1 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface.
About
Big Hank Campground is located in a heavily wooded area along the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River within Idaho Panhandle National Forest. At 2,800 feet elevation, the campground sits on Big Hank Meadow where Big Hank Creek meets the river. The facility offers approximately 30 spacious campsites designed for tent camping, with paved roads and parking spurs throughout. The campground underwent logging in 2021 to remove hazard trees, and hazard tree removal continues as needed for public safety. Major renovations are planned using Great American Outdoors Act funding. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Drinking water is available from hand pumps, and vault toilets serve the campground. Recreation opportunities center around the river, with shore fishing for cutthroat trout being particularly popular. Summer activities include tubing and whitewater rafting on class I-III rapids. Hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails are a short drive away, with highlights including trails to Centennial Falls, Shadow Falls, and the ancient cedars of Settler's Grove. Wildlife viewing is excellent, with frequent sightings of mule deer, moose, osprey, and calliope hummingbirds. The campground also provides an excellent base for hunters during hunting season.
Directions
From Kingston on I-90, take Exit 43 to Forest Highway 9 and drive 20 miles north to Prichard. Turn left and continue 17 miles north on Forest Road 208 to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $24 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| info@sceniccanyons.com | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 245-6521 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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