Riverfront Base Camp

77%

17 reviews

· Cataldo, Kootenai, Idaho · 5 acres

Hosted by Nicholas S.

Motorhome/tent pitch

· 8 guests max

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Park your RV, overland rig, pitch a tent, or sleep under the stars next to the Coeur D’ Alene River. Be advised this is directly next to State Highway 3. If you are a light sleeper, or road noise bothers you, this is not the campsite for you. At the camp, you can launch your kayaks at the river to go for an adventure down through the Chain Lakes, all eight are accessible by the river adjacent to where you will sleep. The bird and wildlife watching in this area is world class. Ospreys, hawks, turkeys and other animals commonly hang out in these parts. You can go for a swim at one of the sandbars, take your dirt bikes or side by sides down Killarney Lake Road to access an extensive network of trails and dirt roads into remote wilderness. There is no cell service, no water or electrical hookups, or toilet. As beautiful as it is, your experience will not be “glamping” unless you come with all the comforts you personally desire. You can hunt on the forest service land by 4th of July Pass, fish on the river, or on the Chain Lakes (with the proper permits, of course). There is a access into the water from camp but it is quite steep. For easy access to the water, use the docks or boat launch at Killarney Lake or Bull Run. Pets and kids are allowed at your own risk. Be advised the highway and river are hazardous for off-leash animals and rambunctious toddlers. Please send a message if you have any questions. I am happy to help.Park your RV, overland rig, pitch a tent, or sleep under the stars next to the Coeur D’ Alene River. Be advised this is directly next to State Highway 3. If you are a light sleeper, or road noise bothers you, this is not the campsite for you. At the camp, you can launch your kayaks at the river to go for an adventure down through the Chain Lakes, all eight are accessible by the river adjacent to where you will sleep. The bird and wildlife watching in this area is world class. Ospreys, hawks, turkeys and other animals commonly hang out in these parts. You can go for a swim at one of the sandbars, take your dirt bikes or side by sides down Killarney Lake Road to access an extensive network of trails and dirt roads into remote wilderness. There is no cell service, no water or electrical hookups, or toilet. As beautiful as it is, your experience will not be “glamping” unless you come with all the comforts you personally desire. You can hunt on the forest service land by 4th of July Pass, fish on the river, or on the Chain Lakes (with the proper permits, of course). There is a stairway into the water from camp but it is quite steep. For easy access to the water, use the docks or boat launch at Killarney Lake or Bull Run. Please send a message if you have any questions. I am happy to help.

Vehicle details

Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Pop-up campers, Class A RVs, Class B RVs, Class C RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 10 metres allowed

Longer vehicles may have some difficulty entering the campsite due to the perpendicular entry from the road. Reach out if you have any questions.

Pull-in site

Longer vehicles may have some difficulty entering the campsite due to the perpendicular entry from the road. Reach out if you have any questions.

Accommodates slideouts

Longer vehicles may have some difficulty entering the campsite due to the perpendicular entry from the road. Reach out if you have any questions.

Surface type: Grass or field

Some leveling may be required. Mostly flat.

Surface levelness: Requires leveling

Some leveling may be required. Mostly flat.

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

Motorhome/tent pitch

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

8 guests max

Campfires allowed

Pets allowed

Off leash, on leash. The river is very deep and the highway is very close to camp. Pets are allowed at your own risk.

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

Picnic table present

No potable water

No showers

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Super Strict (30 Days)

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 3 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Firewood bundlegood

$10.00

Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire.

10' Lifetime Sit-In Kayak Rentalrental

$65.00

10' Sit-in Lifetime Kayak 1-day rental. Paddle and vests included. 1 person, 275 lb. capacity.

9' Sit-On Kayak Rental rental

$50.00

1-day sit-on Ocean Frenzy Kayak rental. This is for one person up to 300 lbs.

Mad River 14' Canoe Rentalrental

$150.00

1-day canoe rental. The 14' canoe has 3 seats and is rated for up to 900 lbs. Life jackets are available as well.

Hammockrental

$10.00

1-person Hammock rental

Reviews

77% Recommend22 Ratings · 17 reviews

Kelly K.

1 review

Recommends

· March 2025

TRANQUIL

35 ft Class A · With pets

PEACEFULL SPOT, HAD AN EMERGENCY AND HAD TO RESCHED. PERHAPS NEXT TIME. L ADI DA DAD DA, PEANUT BUTTER AND CHOC GO GREAT! GOD IS GREAT, BEER IS GOOD, PEOPLE ARE F-ING CRAZY!!

Reggie M.

3 reviews

Recommends

· August 2024

Beautiful site!

Tent

This location is phenomenal. Like other reviews have said- yes the road is nearby- but to be honest it’s not very busy and at night there was little to no traffic. There was a gorgeous area to walk in just passed the camp, and access to the trail of the couer D’Alenes was very convenient. The site itself was wide open, with just enough tree coverage for privacy. We will absolutely stay at this location again if it’s available!

Joshua R.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

19 ft travel trailer · With pets

Everything was awesome, it was very quiet and beautiful, the only thing is make sure you remember the instructions, I couldn't remember which way to turn once I got on property and there is no service

Mackenzie G.

4 years on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· July 2024

Good time

Tent · With pets

We thought it would be a little more private. People showed up at 3am and started shouting across the lake. We still enjoyed our time, it just scared the heck out of me.

Andrea E.

9 months on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· July 2024

Tent · With kids

Great spot to access lots of different lakes, trails, etc. in Idaho. The shoreline is steep so it's not as enjoyable if you want beach access. Otherwise, the plot of land was large, great for groups. The kayaks were there upon arrival and worked great. The proximity to the road can be a distraction but the noise dies down at night.

Alexandra P.

8 reviews

Not recommend

· July 2024

So close to perfect

21 ft travel trailer

This site is in a beautiful spot, but directly across the river is a huge neon sign that says: CAUTION limit contact with water and soil. Area contaminated from mining. Also, the river was murky and smelled sulfuric. We saw many people happily enjoying the river without a care, but we just couldn’t get over the caution sign.

Location

Cataldo, Kootenai, Idaho, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Ktunaxa ɁamakɁis, and Schitsu’umsh (Coeur d’Alene) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking