About This Park
Overview
Mokins Bay Campground is located near the eastern shore of Hayden Lake in northwest Idaho. Its picturesque setting in the northwest portion of the Bitterroot Mountain range, known as the Coeur d’Alene mountains, creates solitude in a forested setting at this campground. The lake is a 10 minute walk from the campground.
Recreation
Fishing is popular in the surrounding lakes and streams, and cutthroat trout and large and small-mouth bass are the most common catches. Power boating and other water sports are also popular activities.
Facilities
Drinking water, grills, paved parking spurs and vault toilets are among the amenities at Mokins. A horseshoe pit is also onsite. Access to campground is on a gravel road.
Natural Features
The small campground is surrounded by a heavy canopy of pines. Wildflowers like trillium and buttercups thrive in the springtime, creating a stunning backdrop for campers.
Hayden Lake boasts a 40-mile shoreline with a surface area of 3,800 acres. The lake was formed by the Missoula Floods that occurred nearly 15,000 years ago, at the end of the last ice age.
Nearby Attractions
The town of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho is 21 miles away, and offers several tourist attractions, as well as restaurants, gas and groceries.
Quick Information
- Type: Federal Park
- Network: Federal – Other
- Price Range: $15-35
- Rating: 3.7878788 / 5
Amenities
- ✓ Electric Hookup
- ✓ Pet Friendly
Contact & Location
12355 Mokins Road
Hayden Lake, ID 83835
Phone: 435-245-6521
Book This Park
Electric hookups are available, though water and sewer are shared — a good balance of convenience and simplicity. The coastal setting delivers ocean air and water views that make every morning feel like a reward. Facilities are basic — bring what you need and expect a more self-sufficient camping experience.