Springy Point

Facilities

Springy Point Campground offers 38 shady campsites near the water. 36 are standard non-electric, with two walk-to sites. Amenities include drinking water, flush toilets and showers. A small picnic shelter (25 person max.) located off of the beach may be reserved by calling 208-437-3133.

Natural Features

Lake Pend Oreille is a glacier-carved lake surrounded by scenic mountains in the northern Idaho Panhandle. It is one of the largest and deepest natural lakes in the western United States with depths plunging more than 1,200 ft., in some areas.

The area around the Lake is the traditional home of the Kalispell Indians. French settlers named the area "Pend Oreille," which means "ear pendant," after observing the large shell earrings worn by the Kalispell people.

Recreation

Water sports are the most popular activity at Springy Point, and with a boat ramp located on-site, kayaking, canoeing, water skiing, jet skiing and fishing are never far out of reach. A large swimming area provides visitors with comfortable access to the river's clear, clean waters. Visitors may also enjoy biking or hiking across the Long Bridge into the town of Sandpoint for a change of scenery or stroll around town. For the bird watchers or moose watchers, a short trip up to the Pack River Area to watch wildlife provides a great day trip.

Activities

  • Fishing
  • Camping
  • Boating
  • Day Use Area
  • Picnicking
  • Swimming

Amenities

  • Beach Access
  • Boat Ramp
  • Drinking Water
  • Dump Station
  • Entrance Station
  • Fireplace
  • Firewood Vender
  • Flush Toilets
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Shelters
  • Picnic Tables
  • Security Lights
  • Shade
  • Trash Collection
  • Water Spigot

Nearby Attractions

The Albeni Falls Visitor Center features exhibits on the history of the dam and the natural features of the area, with tours of the dam given daily during the summer.

Getting Here

Latitude
48° 14' 15.0000" N
Longitude
116° 34' 59.9999" W
From Sandpoint, Idaho, take US 95 south across the Long Bridge, then turn west onto Lakeshore Drive. After three miles turn right into the campground.

Need to Know

  • Group shelter reservations: You are responsible for following all regulations posted under the "Need to Know" and "Site Details" sections for each respective shelter. Please read these sections before making a reservation.

  • Campsites are by reservation only. There are no First Come, First Served sites.

  • Campsites are for camping only. Reserving for day-use activities without intending to camp is prohibited.

  • All camping equipment must be located on the campsite impact areas, or if undefined, located 10-15ft from the fire ring and off all vegetation.

  • Site Limits: 

    (a) 2 Motorized Vehicles

    (b) 1 Camping unit (RV, motorhome, camper van, etc)

    (c) 2 tents

    (d) 8 people

  • No unlicensed motorized vehicles allowed, including side-by-sides, ATVs, etc.

    • Contact Information

    2376 E HWY2
    OLDTOWN, ID 83822-9243

    For campground inquiries, please call: 208-437-3133

    Additional Information