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.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 4:33PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Coeur d'Alene Coeur d'Alene Tribe Environmental Protection Agency ...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Shoshone, and Benewah Counties... * WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy. * WHERE...Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Shoshone, and Benewah Counties... * WHEN...Next update 11 AM August 12th. * IMPACTS...Some members of the general public may experience health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 11:25AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Coeur d'Alene Coeur d'Alene Tribe Environmental Protection Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Coeur d'Alene ...AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Shoshone, and Benewah Counties... * WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy. * WHERE...Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Shoshone, and Benewah Counties... * WHEN...Next update 11 AM August 11th. * IMPACTS...Some members of the general public may experience health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects.
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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