Green Bay Campground
Idaho Panhandle National Forests — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Sandpoint, ID 83864, ID, ID
Price: From $15 per night
Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (10 reviews)
Season: May through October
Surrounded by clear waters of Lake Pend Oreille which is Idaho’s biggest and deepest (at 1,158 feet deep, there are only four deeper lakes in the nation), and at 43 miles long (111 miles of shoreline), the newly renovated campground has 17 sites and provides the ideal getaway for people looking for a remote, but highly rewarding, camping experience on the peaceful shores of the Lake. These sites are reached by boat or long walks from the parking lot. Green Bay Campground can only by trail from p
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Fishing
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Newly renovated 17-site campground on Lake Pend Oreille (Idaho's biggest and deepest lake) offering remote camping with clear waters and peaceful shoreline access. Google reviewers consistently praise the stunning natural beauty, crystal-clear water, and relaxed atmosphere.
Wildlife alert: American Red Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Red-necked Grebe, Song Sparrow, Canada Goose, Western Painted Turtle, Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Insider tips for Green Bay Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground that fills up quickly Sites are reached by boat or long walks from the parking lot; wear comfortable shoes Composting toilet on site; no hookups available
Skip Green Bay Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations only (May-October). You have mobility issues — sites require boat access or long walks from parking.
Best time to visit Green Bay Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Sam Owen (Hope, ID), Springy Point (OLDTOWN, ID), Lunch Peak Lookout (SANDPOINT, ID), Riley Creek (OLDTOWN, ID).
Cell Phone Coverage at Green Bay Campground
Cell signal at Green Bay Campground (Sandpoint, ID 83864, ID): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Surrounded by clear waters of Lake Pend Oreille which is Idaho’s biggest and deepest (at 1,158 feet deep, there are only four deeper lakes in the nation), and at 43 miles long (111 miles of shoreline), the newly renovated campground has 17 sites and provides the ideal getaway for people looking for a remote, but highly rewarding, camping experience on the peaceful shores of the Lake. These sites are reached by boat or long walks from the parking lot. Green Bay Campground can only by trail from parking lot or by boat.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground that fills up quickly
Sites are reached by boat or long walks from the parking lot; wear comfortable shoes
Composting toilet on site; no hookups available
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Garfield Bay, take the first road to the left past the Forest Service picnic area. Follow this road for about 3/4 mile. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 532. Take Road 532 about 1 mile to Green Bay Road 2672. Road 2672 is not suitable for motorhomes or trailers. Follow Road 2672 to the parking area for the campground. The campground is also accessible by boat on Pend Oreille Lake.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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