Beaver Creek (Idaho)

Idaho Panhandle National Forests — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Nordman, ID, ID

Price: From $26 per night

Price range: $26–$94 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (199 reviews)

Season: May through October

Beaver Creek Campground sits in the Idaho Panhandle National Forest, offering phenomenal views of the Selkirk Mountains across the reflective waters of Priest Lake.Beaver Creek offers approximately 42 spacious, reservable campsites, including one large group site that can accommodate up to 35 guests. Amenities include drinking water, vault toilets and picnic tables. A boat ramp is just outside the campground entrance for boats 20 feet long or shorter.The campground is situated on the shores of P

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/beaver-creek-idaho to be notified when sites open up.

Beaver Creek offers direct access to Priest Lake with phenomenal Selkirk Mountain views and a unique 2.5-mile water channel (Thoroughfare) leading to Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area. The campground provides boat launch and beach access for swimming, boating, kayaking, and canoeing without the crowds of larger parks.

Wildlife alert: Spruce Grouse observed in the area. Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area is noted for birding opportunities.

Insider tips for Beaver Creek (Idaho): Book early—this is a federal campground with only 42 sites and high demand during peak season Bring a kayak or canoe to explore the 2.5-mile Thoroughfare channel to Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area for birding No RV hookups available; only self-contained RVs suitable, so plan water/waste accordingly for multi-day stays

Skip Beaver Creek (Idaho) if: You need full RV hookups (water, electric, sewer)—none available at most sites. You prefer year-round camping—seasonal closure November through April. You want spontaneous camping—book well in advance for peak season visits.

Best time to visit Beaver Creek (Idaho): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Reeder Bay (Priest Lake, ID), Kalispell Island Boat-In Campground (Priest River, ID), Bartoo Island Boat-In Campground (Priest River, ID), Luby Bay (PRIEST RIVER, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Beaver Creek (Idaho)

Cell signal at Beaver Creek (Idaho) (Nordman, ID): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Nordman, ID, ID★ 4.5 (199 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Beaver Creek Campground sits in the Idaho Panhandle National Forest, offering phenomenal views of the Selkirk Mountains across the reflective waters of Priest Lake.Beaver Creek offers approximately 42 spacious, reservable campsites, including one large group site that can accommodate up to 35 guests. Amenities include drinking water, vault toilets and picnic tables. A boat ramp is just outside the campground entrance for boats 20 feet long or shorter.The campground is situated on the shores of Priest Lake at an elevation of 2,500 feet, shaded by hemlock and cedar.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV60 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need full RV hookups (water, electric, sewer)—none available at most sites✕ You prefer year-round camping—seasonal closure November through April✕ You want spontaneous camping—book well in advance for peak season visits

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 42 sites and high demand during peak season

Bring a kayak or canoe to explore the 2.5-mile Thoroughfare channel to Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area for birding

No RV hookups available; only self-contained RVs suitable, so plan water/waste accordingly for multi-day stays

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Spruce Grouse observed in the area. Upper Priest Lake Scenic Area is noted for birding opportunities.

Location

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Getting there →

From Priest River, Idaho, take Highway 57 north to Nordman, then turn right on Reeder Bay Road and continue for 12 miles into the campground.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Idaho Panhandle National Forests fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Idaho Panhandle National Forests before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Beaver Creek (Idaho) cost per night?+
Beaver Creek (Idaho) costs $26–$94 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Beaver Creek (Idaho) open?+
Beaver Creek (Idaho) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Beaver Creek (Idaho) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Beaver Creek (Idaho)?+
Beaver Creek (Idaho) can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Beaver Creek (Idaho)?+
Beaver Creek (Idaho) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Beaver Creek (Idaho)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Beaver Creek (Idaho) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Beaver Creek (Idaho) open, and what are check-in times?+
Beaver Creek (Idaho) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$26 /night★ 4.5 (199)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Reeder Bay

Priest Lake, ID

From $30/night

Kalispell Island Boat-In Campground

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From $15/night

Bartoo Island Boat-In Campground

Priest River, ID

From $10/night

Luby Bay

PRIEST RIVER, ID

From $30/night

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