Photo thanks to Tony Webster (CC BY 2.0)
Farragut State Park Campgrounds
A 4,000-acre Idaho state park on Lake Pend Oreille, with 265 campsites from basic to full hookup, shower houses, beaches, 40 miles of trails and five disc golf courses.
Athol, Idaho · on Lake Pend Oreille, about 35 minutes north of Coeur d’Alene
Season
Varies by loop
Some loops close in early fall
Elevation
About 2,050–2,400 ft
On the south end of Lake Pend Oreille
Hookups
Varies by site
Standard, water & electric, and full hookups
Big rigs
Big rigs welcome
Site lengths vary by loop
Updated October 12, 2026 · Details checked against the park’s website
On Lake Pend Oreille
The Farragut experience
A 4,000-acre state park on the south end of Lake Pend Oreille, on the grounds of a WWII naval training station, with 265 campsites spread over several campgrounds, shower houses, beaches and miles of trails.
Hookup sites156 water & electric, 48 full hookup
Standard sites61 sites without hookups
Shower housesIn every major campground
Dump stationIn the park
Beaver Bay BeachA swimming beach on the lake
40+ miles of trailsHike, bike and ride
Disc golfFive 18-hole courses
Museum at the BrigWWII naval history; reopens Memorial Day 2027
Camping cabinsTen cabins
Eagle Boat LaunchThe main launch on the south end of the lake
PlaygroundsAnd a junior ranger program
Visitor centerGift shop; open daily
Life at camp
What campers say
The campground report card
We don’t recycle other sites’ reviews, but the published scores tell a clear story: campers love the spacious, well-kept sites, the lake and the trails, and the common complaint is the price for out-of-state visitors.
How RVers rate it
Category scores from Campendium reviewers, out of 5
Field notes from RVers
Longest rig RVers report40 ft Jun 2016
Cell signal reportedVerizonT-MobileAT&T
Last reported nightly rate$76 Jun 2026
As reported by Campendium users. The longest rig is 40 ft from a June 2016 review, and a $76 nightly rate (likely a non-resident full-hookup site with fees) was reported in June 2026. Google’s rating covers the whole park, not just the campgrounds.
Off US-95 at Athol
Getting there
Farragut’s entrance is on ID-54 about 4 miles east of US-95 at Athol, roughly 35 minutes north of Coeur d’Alene.
From Coeur d’Alene and the south: US-95 north to Athol, then east on ID-54 about 4 miles to the parkFrom Sandpoint and the north: US-95 south to Athol, then east on ID-54; in fall 2026, follow the construction detours
US-95 · ATHOL / ID-54
Set your GPS
13550 E. Highway 54, Athol, ID 83801
To Bayview*About 6 min
To SilverwoodAbout 10 min
To downtown Coeur d’AleneAbout 35 min
To SandpointAbout 35 min
Highway 54 construction in fall 2026. Expect detours and alternate entrances; on some days campers check in at the East Locust Grove booth.
Everyone pays an entry fee. The vehicle entry fee is $7 a day for Idaho residents and $14 for non-residents, on top of the campsite fee.
*Drive times are from OpenStreetMap routing and are approximate; 2026 Highway 54 construction can add detours. Locator map is approximate, not for navigation.
Around Farragut
Around Farragut
Bayview is just past the park, Silverwood is about 10 minutes west and Coeur d’Alene is about 35 minutes south.
Photo thanks to MonikaMurren (CC BY 2.0)
Bayview & Lake Pend Oreille
A small marina village just past the park’s east edge, on Idaho’s biggest and deepest lake.
Photo thanks to Matthew Nelson (CC BY 2.0)
Silverwood Theme Park
The Pacific Northwest’s biggest theme park, with roller coasters, rides and the Boulder Beach water park in summer.
Photo thanks to Dave Raiman (CC BY 3.0)
Hayden Lake
A quieter, forest-ringed lake north of Coeur d’Alene, popular for boating, fishing and Honeysuckle Beach.
Photo thanks to Ken Lund (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Downtown Coeur d’Alene
The lakefront City Park and beach, the floating boardwalk and Sherman Avenue’s shops and restaurants.
More places to stay
Other parks worth a look
The three closest RV parks to Farragut, by drive time.
Video still: Campground Views on YouTube
Silverwood RV Park
Full-hookup sites at the theme park itself, with a tunnel to the rides.
Photo thanks to Ravenwood RV Resort
Ravenwood RV Resort
A big-rig-friendly resort a mile from Silverwood, with a pool and a summer shuttle.
Photo thanks to Tamarack RV Park
Tamarack RV Park
A shady, year-round park under tall pines in town, a short walk from Costco and Safeway.
Before you book
Plan your stay
Everything that decides whether Farragut fits your rig, your dates and your budget, in one place.
Our take: a big, beautiful state park with spacious, well-kept sites, shower houses and the lake, trails and disc golf on your doorstep. Out-of-state campers pay roughly double, and 2026 road construction means detours, but it’s one of North Idaho’s best places to camp.
State park feesStatewide ranges from IDPR · checked Oct 12, 2026
Basic site (Idaho residents)$14–$24 /night
Electric site (residents)$26–$32 /night
Full hookup (residents)$28–$40 /night
Non-resident surcharge hereAbout double
Vehicle entry (resident / non-res.)$7 / $14 /day
Reservation fee$10–$25 /booking
These are statewide ranges; the reservation site shows Farragut’s exact price for your dates. Farragut is one of five Idaho parks where non-residents pay an extra nightly fee, which roughly doubles the site price. Idaho residents with an RV registration sticker don’t pay the reservation fee.
Prices are subject to change at any time and may vary by date, season and availability. For the latest pricing, check the state’s camping fee page or call (208) 262-4444.
Typical July afternoon
Bayview80°
Phoenix107°
Warm, dry summers: 27° cooler than Phoenix in July; January highs average about 35°, with snow.
Is it right for you?
Who it suits, what to consider, and what campers say.
Open
Site types
Resident full hookups up to $40; non-residents pay about double.
Open
Rates & policies
Stay limit, check-in, pets, fires and entry fees.
Open
Before you book
Questions to ask before you reserve.
Open
Farragut State Park covers 4,000 acres on the south end of Lake Pend Oreille, on the site of a WWII naval training station. Its campgrounds offer 265 individual sites (61 standard, 156 water and electric, 48 full hookup), plus cabins, group camps and shower houses.
Best for
- Lake lovers: swimming at Beaver Bay, the Eagle Boat Launch and big views over Idaho’s largest lake.
- Active campers: 40+ miles of trails and five 18-hole disc golf courses.
- Idaho residents: resident rates are a bargain for full hookups.
- History buffs: the Museum at the Brig tells the naval training station’s story.
Consider this
- Non-residents pay roughly double, plus a $14 daily vehicle fee.
- Highway 54 construction in 2026 brings detours and moved check-in points.
- There’s no Wi-Fi, and cell service is spotty in places.
- Check-in isn’t until 2 p.m., and summer weekends book up early.
Summer in Bayview
Typical July afternoon
80°
Bayview
Bayview station
107°
Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor
27 degrees cooler than Phoenix, with nights near 50°. Normal July highs, 1991–2020.
Sites range from standard (no hookups) to water and electric to full hookups with sewer, spread over several campgrounds. Idaho residents pay the state’s posted fees; non-residents pay an extra nightly fee here.
Standard site $14–$24/night
Basic sites with a table and fire ring; resident price range.
Water & electric $26–$32/night
The most common site type, with water and electric hookups.
Full hookup $28–$40/night
Full-hookup sites with sewer; book early for summer.
Non-residents About double
Out-of-state campers pay an extra nightly fee that roughly doubles the site price.
FeesStatewide rangesExact price at booking
Vehicle entry$7 / $14 a dayResidents / non-residents
Check-in2 p.m.Out by 1 p.m.
Stay limit14 nightsIn any 30 days
Cancellation$10 feePlus a $10 transaction fee
Pets6-ft leashNot on Beaver Bay beach
FiresFire rings onlyBurn bans possible
Quiet time10 p.m.No fireworks
Wi-FiNoneSpotty cell in places
Reservationsgetoutside.idaho.govOr 1-888-922-6743
Checked against Idaho Parks & Recreation on October 12, 2026. The state publishes fee ranges; the reservation site shows Farragut’s exact price for your site and dates. Call the park at (208) 262-4444 or reservations at 1-888-922-6743.
Good to know before you pull in
Five things that change your booking
Ask these on the phone before you reserve.
- Which loop has full hookups? Hookups vary by campground and site.
- What will a non-resident pay? The reservation site shows the full price with surcharges.
- Where do I check in? Construction can move check-in to the East Locust Grove booth.
- Is my loop open? Some campgrounds close in early fall.
- Is there a burn ban? Fires are allowed only in fire rings, and bans happen.
Know before you go
Frequently asked questions
A few details before you hit the road.
Season: Varies by loop
Ready for a lakeside state park stay?
Swim at Beaver Bay, hike or bike the trails and watch the sunset over Lake Pend Oreille. Reserve your site with Idaho State Parks.
Thank you to the people behind these photos and this video. Please support them by giving their work a look. The park photos come from Idaho Parks & Recreation, with our thanks. Lake photo: David Blaine (CC BY 2.0); hero: Tony Webster (CC BY 2.0). Video: Idaho Campground Review on YouTube. Area photos via Wikimedia Commons: MonikaMurren (Bayview; CC BY 2.0), Matthew Nelson (Silverwood; CC BY 2.0), Dave Raiman (Hayden Lake; CC BY 3.0) and Ken Lund (City Park; CC BY-SA 2.0); the images were resized. Other-park photos: a video still from Campground Views, Ravenwood RV Resort and Tamarack RV Park. Review-site logos are trademarks of their owners.
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