Berlin Flats

Idaho Panhandle National Forests — lakeside, fishing

Location: Prichard, ID, ID

Price: From $123 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Berlin Flats Group Area is located along Shoshone Creek, near the North Fork Coeur d’Alene River. This area provides a perfect escape for a warm summer weekend. Here, visitors can tent camp or pull out their RVs and trailers.

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

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

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

Berlin Flats sits on Shoshone Creek near the North Fork Coeur d'Alene River, offering excellent catch-and-release cutthroat trout fishing and water sports like rafting, swimming, and kayaking in a riverside setting.

Wildlife alert: Rocky Mountain Tailed Frogs observed in the area; also watch for Black Swifts and Northern Rough-winged Swallows near the creek.

Insider tips for Berlin Flats: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 site total and seasonal operations Bring a self-contained RV or plan to tent camp; there are no hookups available The route from Coeur d'Alene is long (28 miles east on I-90, then 26 miles north on FR #9, then 14 miles on forest roads) but most is paved

Skip Berlin Flats if: You need RV hookups — none are available. You're visiting outside May-October — the campground is closed seasonally. You want to arrive without reservations — book ahead for this 1-site federal campground.

Best time to visit Berlin Flats: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Devils Elbow (Prichard, ID), Kit Price (Prichard, ID), Little Guard Lookout (SMELTERVILLE, ID), Big Hank (Prichard, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Berlin Flats

Cell signal at Berlin Flats (Prichard, 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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Prichard, ID, ID★ 4.7 (3 reviews)From $123/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Berlin Flats Group Area is located along Shoshone Creek, near the North Fork Coeur d’Alene River. This area provides a perfect escape for a warm summer weekend. Here, visitors can tent camp or pull out their RVs and trailers.

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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 RV40 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 Toilets

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 RV hookups — none are available✕ You're visiting outside May-October — the campground is closed seasonally✕ You want to arrive without reservations — book ahead for this 1-site federal campground

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 1 site total and seasonal operations

Bring a self-contained RV or plan to tent camp; there are no hookups available

The route from Coeur d'Alene is long (28 miles east on I-90, then 26 miles north on FR #9, then 14 miles on forest roads) but most is paved

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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: Rocky Mountain Tailed Frogs observed in the area; also watch for Black Swifts and Northern Rough-winged Swallows near the creek.

Location

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Getting there →

From Coeur d'Alene, the route is 28 miles east on Interstate 90, then 26 miles north (Kingston exit) on paved Forest Road #9, then 5 miles north from Prichard on paved Forest Road #208, then 9 miles north on Forest Road #412 (paved except 2 miles).

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Berlin Flats cost per night?+
Berlin Flats costs $123 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Berlin Flats open?+
Berlin Flats is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Berlin Flats have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Berlin Flats?+
Berlin Flats can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Berlin Flats?+
Berlin Flats 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 Berlin Flats?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Berlin Flats is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Berlin Flats open, and what are check-in times?+
Berlin Flats is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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●Data sources on this page
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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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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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$123 /night★ 4.7 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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