Campsites & amenities
Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.
- Campsites
- 30
- Max rig length
- 45 ft
About this campground
Overview Big Hank Campground is located along the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River in Idaho Panhandle National Forest. Shore fishing is a large draw, along with local hiking and biking trails. The campground also provides an excellent base camp for hunters during season. Wildlife like mule deer, moose, osprey and calliope hummingbirds are often spotted.Recreation Tubing on the river is a popular summertime activity, as is cutthroat fishing. Whitewater rafting enthusiasts enjoy the class I-III rapids down the river. Hiking, biking and horseback riding trails are a short drive away. Highlights include trails to Centennial Falls, Shadow Falls and Settler's Grove of Ancient Cedars.Facilities Big Hank Campground offers about 30 spacious campsites for tent camping. Drinking water from hand pumps, vault toilets, picnic tables and established fire rings are among the conveniences offered. Roads and campsite parking spurs are paved.Natural Features Big Hank is in a heavily wooded area on the banks of the Couer D' Alene River and Big Hank Creek. At 2,800 feet elevation, the campground sits on the Big Hank Meadow.
Getting there
From Kingston on I-90, take Exit 43 to FH-9 and drive 20 miles north to Prichard, then turn left and continue 17 miles north on FH Road 208 to campground.
Activities
- SWIMMING SITE
- FISHING
- CAMPING
- BIKING
- BIRDING
- HIKING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Little Guard LookoutIdaho Panhandle National Forests4 mi
- Berlin FlatsIdaho Panhandle National Forests5 mi
- Devils ElbowIdaho Panhandle National Forests5 mi
- Spyglass Ground HouseIdaho Panhandle National Forests5 mi
- Kit PriceIdaho Panhandle National Forests7 mi
- Magee Rangers CabinIdaho Panhandle National Forests7 mi
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