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Bottle Bay Campground

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Open year-round as an undeveloped, first-come, first-served camping area. No reservations, no fees. Accessible by boat or hiking only.

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition

This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region

It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Silver Fire Closure - Roman Nose, Bottleneck, Snow Creek

The purpose of this order is for public and firefighter safety due to active fire suppression activities occurring in the area as part of planned operations for the Silver Fire burning in the area.

About

Bottle Bay Campground is a primitive, undeveloped camping area managed by the Idaho Panhandle National Forests in Bonner County, Idaho. This backcountry site is part of the lakeshore camping system and is accessible only by boat or hiking, making it suitable for paddlers, boaters, or backcountry enthusiasts seeking a remote lakeside experience. The campground consists of a single primitive site with no developed facilities. There is no potable water, no trash service, and no formal amenities. Campers must be completely self-sufficient, bringing all supplies and packing out all waste. The area offers stunning natural scenery and opportunities for fishing, swimming, and wildlife viewing in a secluded setting far from developed recreation areas. As an undeveloped site, Bottle Bay operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations and no fees. Access conditions may vary seasonally, and campers should be prepared for primitive conditions typical of backcountry lakeshore camping in the Northern Rockies.

Directions

From Sandpoint, travel south on US-95 approximately 2 miles. Turn east onto Bottle Bay Road and continue for approximately 8.5 to 11 miles to reach the Bottle Bay area. The campsite itself requires boat or hiking access from the shoreline.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
Toilets No
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $0

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (208) 263-5111

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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