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Silver Campsites

No reviews yet · ~USD 15 / night (typical night)$$$$$ · Idaho Panhandle National Forests
(208) 443-2512

Silver Campsites is a rustic boat-in campground with 8 camp units located at the south end of Kalispell Island on Priest Lake in Idaho's Panhandle. Nestled in scenic mountain terrain flanked by the Selkirk Range, the sites offer vault toilet facilities and provided picnic tables and campfire rings. There is no potable water available, requiring visitors to bring their own. The pack-in/pack-out policy and bear-aware food storage requirements reflect the remote, wilderness-oriented nature of this seasonal recreation area. (via official site)

Tents Walk-in only

Rates & prices

Prices as published on Silver Campsites’s official website (USD).

ItemPrice
Boat-in siteUSD 15 per night

Key facts

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Booking & season

Seasonlate May through mid-September
Reservation systemRecreation.gov

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches8

Facilities & services

Waste managementPack-in, pack-out facility; bring garbage bags

Location & access

SettingSouth end of Kalispell Island, Priest Lake, Idaho; flanked by Selkirk Range

Rules & policies

Not allowedNo glass bottles on beaches; no swimming or dishwashing in the lake
Group sizeMaximum 10 people per site
Food storageBear-aware food storage required
FirewoodFirewood should be obtained locally to prevent pest spread

Opening hours & schedules

Reception, gate and facility hours for Silver Campsites.

Check-out14:00
Quiet hours22:00–06:00

Facilities & details

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Fee
Tents
Caravans / RV
Toiletsvault

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Drive times are estimated (routing unavailable).

🏞️ Attractions

South trailhead #365Trails & trailheads1.5 km · ~3 min driveDirections ↗
Indian RockAttractions2 km · ~4 min driveDirections ↗
Priest Lake MuseumAttractions3.1 km · ~6 min driveDirections ↗
Lakeview Mountain (1,238 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Idaho, United States of America

5.4 km · ~10 min driveDirections ↗
Hanna Flat Cedar Grove Interpretive TrailTrails & trailheads5.6 km · ~10 min driveDirections ↗
Priest Lake Memory GardensParks & play5.6 km · ~10 min driveDirections ↗
Hunt FallsWaterfalls5.9 km · ~11 min driveDirections ↗
North trailhead #365Trails & trailheads6.5 km · ~12 min driveDirections ↗
Ledgewood Bay Picnic GroundAttractions7.5 km · ~14 min driveDirections ↗
Binarch Mountain (1,270 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Idaho, United States of America

7.6 km · ~14 min driveDirections ↗
Bismark Mountain (1,187 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Idaho, United States of America

7.9 km · ~15 min driveDirections ↗
Priest Lake State ForestParks & play9.2 km · ~17 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

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How do I access Silver Campsites?

Access is exclusively by boat. All sites are located on Kalispell Island on Priest Lake and are only reachable by water.

Is there drinking water available?

No. There is no potable water at Silver Campsites. Visitors must bring their own water supply.

What time is checkout?

Checkout is at 2:00 p.m.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, but leashed pets only are permitted at the campground.

What is the maximum length of stay?

The maximum camping limit is 14 days.

How much does it cost to camp at Silver Campsites?

Silver Campsites charges a camping fee.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Silver Campsites?

No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.

Can I pitch a tent at Silver Campsites?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are there toilets at Silver Campsites?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Who runs Silver Campsites?

Silver Campsites is operated by Idaho Panhandle National Forests.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Silver Campsites?

At Silver Campsites, check-out is by 14:00.

How many pitches does Silver Campsites have?

Silver Campsites has around 8 pitches.

When is Silver Campsites open?

Silver Campsites is open late May through mid-September.

What languages are spoken at Silver Campsites?

Staff at Silver Campsites speak English.

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