Bottle Bay Campground
Open year-round as an undeveloped, first-come, first-served camping area. No reservations, no fees. Accessible by boat or hiking only.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 11:44AM PDT until July 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the 90s Tuesday and mid 90s to near 100 Wednesday and Thursday. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wednesday will likely be the hottest day with widespread moderate and major HeatRisk. Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Wednesday and Thursday mornings with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
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 |
Useful Links
| Idaho Panhandle National Forests Camping |
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