Heyburn State Park
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SamWallyLouLucy
New Glarus, WI7 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Hell hole- mosquito infested. Booked one night passing through for nice place to walk our dogs while traveling home but no amount of repellent could have made it possible to be outside. Camp host said it had even been worse. Spent several hours killing the bugs that got in the camper just from opening the door to get in and out of the camper. Received email water may be off but reality is it had been off for weeks and wasn’t expected to be back on for several more weeks. Left at 5:30 am. Could not pay me to stay in this park.
Written June 9, 2023
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Christina P
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Jul 2023 • Family
Do not underestimate the mosquito reviews. Even with the use of deet I have 20+ bites and we left a day early. Also got a mouse in our trailer so that’s fun….otherwise the junior ranger program at the visitor center was great and night swimming at rocky point was the highlight. Sites are small and close together.
Written July 22, 2023
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Teresa A
Sammamish, WA173 contributions
Jun 2013 • Friends
We stayed at Heyburn for a few days. The drive down from the Spokane Valley is gorgeous. The park is nice and pretty clean. We stayed at the Lakeview Cottage. While it's certainly not the ritz, it was fairly comfortable and the view of the lake from the screen porch is wonderful. The cottage is partly on stilts which was slightly disconcerting to me at first. There are several surrounding cabins, and their residents typically own their cabins and lease the land. The closest neighbors are EXTREMELY close, but they are nice and friendly. The land around the the cabins is public land but it's sort of hard to figure that out because the neighbors maintain the property around their cabins so it feels like they own it. The shared dock is just a quick walk away across "the neighbors' lawn" and we fished and waded there. Boat rentals are nearby although we didn't try them. A bridge, which crosses Lake Chacolet and is part of the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, is visible from the house.
We stayed in early June. The weather was awesome and bug levels were low..well except for the harmless gnats. One thing I didn't love is that the cabin really has no yard, just a tiny patio and a little weedy lawn. You have to go elsewhere for most outdoor activities that require space. The only other thing I didn't like was the long list of cleaning responsibilities (including disinfecting the toilet and shower) that were downplayed when we talked to the park administration when we rented. Oh, and the rather large (carpenter?) ants in the kitchen, which I think are common fare in lake cabins.. We only saw a few, and they came out mostly when we cut up strawberries. I did find one walking across the counter after my shower, so I had to check my clothes for "friends". I didn't find any, but I definitely got the feel of rustic camping even tho we were in a cabin! We would definitely stay there again.
We stayed in early June. The weather was awesome and bug levels were low..well except for the harmless gnats. One thing I didn't love is that the cabin really has no yard, just a tiny patio and a little weedy lawn. You have to go elsewhere for most outdoor activities that require space. The only other thing I didn't like was the long list of cleaning responsibilities (including disinfecting the toilet and shower) that were downplayed when we talked to the park administration when we rented. Oh, and the rather large (carpenter?) ants in the kitchen, which I think are common fare in lake cabins.. We only saw a few, and they came out mostly when we cut up strawberries. I did find one walking across the counter after my shower, so I had to check my clothes for "friends". I didn't find any, but I definitely got the feel of rustic camping even tho we were in a cabin! We would definitely stay there again.
Written June 6, 2013
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travelsbybike1
Seattle, WA21 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
A beautiful location marred by ridiculously loud campers who partied well into the night, with no rangers in sight to moderate the party. We camped on a Friday night and maybe weekdays are different, but I’m not eager to return. Also, while this campground is right off an increasingly famous bike trail, the Trail of the Coeur D’Alenes, all the signage assumes everyone is traveling by car. So check in and basic navigation around the camp, even after checking multiple entrances, were confusing by bike. Example: we finally found the check-in station on our way out, which instructed campers to put their reservation in their car dashboard. I left mine in my bike’s mapcase, so not a huge deal, but again, the camp is literally right off a major bike trail. Also, said check-in station is half way up the hill, and the signs off the trail do not include any detailed maps of the campground, so if you come by bike you’re left guessing as to where to go. We were packing lots of stuff, so wasn’t really a fun time hauling our bikes up multiple hills to find the way in. Maybe follow Washington state's lead and offer a few hiker-biker campsites and sign your park assuming that some people will be coming by bike.
Written September 2, 2017
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Rainier72
Lynnwood, WA746 contributions
Aug 2013 • Friends
Heyburn State Park is the oldest state park in the Northwest, but it ranks up there as one of the best ones I've been to. I could kick myself for missing this one the last time I was in the CDA area. Located on the south end of Lake CDA near Plummer, it is a recreational paradise. Hiking, biking, camping, boating just to name a few. The best place to start is at the visitors center which is small, but it gives you an idea what to expect in the park. It was fascinating to learn that Heyburn was considered for National Park status and the way the park is set up, it's almost like going through a mini National Park. Lots of trails to choose from. The Plummer Creek Marsh area has a nice boardwalk to walk on. At the end of the road in the park is a great place to get on to the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes and walk out onto an old railroad bridge over the lake. Seeing grasses and logs coming out from below the water does make for a fascinating experience. The main trail we took though was the Indian Cliffs trail which was recommended by a lot of travel guides. It's about a 2.5 mile loop trip with about a 500 foot elevation gain. At the top, it does give you a great view of the area and the lake. I'm starting to think one day might be enough to see everything, but we got a great experience here. Don't miss Heyburn like I did the first time.
Written September 14, 2013
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Lj P
131 contributions
Sep 2012 • Solo
the reviews on this park are pretty awesome - I have been there many times over the years. and drive by it often - perhaps you too drive by a wonderful attraction so often that you ignore it as it is so common to you -
I encourage you to at least slow down the next time you just drive by. . .
these are places that ppl travel miles to see. So stop and enjoy these great State parks.
you will find there are gems near you that you so often just drive by.
and yes i recommend this to my friends and visitors.
Why do I go there?
it is a wonderful park with facilities and a little different view than from my living room.
yes i have watched this place grow from a nice park. and it has become greater as they make this a true attraction for the boater and RV enthusiast - yes tent camping and hiking is great too.
I encourage you to at least slow down the next time you just drive by. . .
these are places that ppl travel miles to see. So stop and enjoy these great State parks.
you will find there are gems near you that you so often just drive by.
and yes i recommend this to my friends and visitors.
Why do I go there?
it is a wonderful park with facilities and a little different view than from my living room.
yes i have watched this place grow from a nice park. and it has become greater as they make this a true attraction for the boater and RV enthusiast - yes tent camping and hiking is great too.
Written September 8, 2012
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Steeler06
Spokane, WA63 contributions
Jul 2014 • Friends
Our group of five stayed for three days over Friday and Saturday night, as we had planned the camping fairly recently all the reservable sites we looked at near Spokane were taken so we choose Lake Benewah campground because it has all walkin spots. We arrived fairly late at night so most of the spots were taken or too small. We ended up at a site that was less than ideal as it was within 5 feet of other occupied sites on two sides. If you want a good spot go early. The next day we lucked out as one of the big spots overlooking the lake opened up and we moved camp. Although we still had little privacy the site was bigger and had access to the water. The bathroom facilities were great except there was no hand soap in the restrooms so make sure. To bring your own.
Written July 29, 2014
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Rosemary S
Moscow, ID117 contributions
Jul 2014 • Couples
This state park has many things to do. A tree-filled park along 3 lakes, it has three campgrounds with room for both tents in some and both tents and campers in others. There are also some quite rustic cabins belonging to the park at one campground. The long Coeur D'Alene bicycle trail passes through the park, and one can have easy access to it near the well-known arched bridge. It is also a great place for kayaking and canoeing with the special attraction of the "river within the lake". For those less adventurous, there is a short nature trail. For a more modern bathroom facility with shower access, stay at the Hawley's Landing campground. It has room for both tents and campers. This campground requires reservations. However, we were able to get a week-night reservation just two days ahead of time. We like to go there for a casual camping trip with many activities.
Written July 22, 2014
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OutdoorBoomer
Kennewick, Washington824 contributions
Jun 2014 • Couples
Large state park on the confluence of three lakes and the St. Joe River. Three campgrounds, quite different from one another. I did not think the campgrounds were all that great, but they were okay. Two of them, closer to the visitor center, take reservations. One has hook-ups for RVs, the other does not. Both of these are also close to the Trail of the Coeur d'Alene - a 72 mile paved trail great for hikers and bikers. There are other hikes as well. Also Plummer Marsh for bird watching. Lots of boating opportunities. We preferred Benewah campground down the road on Benewah Lake. It was a little quieter, did not require reservations. Nice, clean restrooms with showers but the campsites were full of "micro-trash". The RV sites with hook-ups looked okay, but we have a teardrop and do not use hookups. The other sites were pretty small, on top of each other and uneven. BUT it is right near the boat launch and the 3 lakes and "shadow" St. Joe River were an absolute delight to kayak on. Lots of wonderful wildlife and birds too. Nice people and host. We will probably be back for some more paddling.
Written June 26, 2014
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TnT_Ray2
Spokane, WA138 contributions
May 2012
While I am more of a backpacker than park ground camper this place is not bad. The campsite are dispersed well and there are lots of options for activities. Hiking, Canoeing, Fishing and Biking are all available. Of course you could just chill out by the campfire.
Written March 28, 2013
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OutdoorEnthusiast
Blanchard, ID96 contributions
Which campground is best hawleys landing, benewah or chatcolet? Also can I leave a sae ray boat anchored in the water so we dont have to pull it in and out everyday?
jsharpton
McCall, ID245 contributions
Hawleys of course! We're the hosts.
Kathiemc63
Spokane, WA5 contributions
Is there a beach?
orclimber
Portland, OR1,021 contributions
no beach just a dock
Pamela R
Monument, Colorado, United States4 contributions
Are there good places to fish? Is this a stocked lake and what kind of fish?
Don H
Kirkland, WA933 contributions
Yes a big beautiful lake accessible best by boat..Heyburn SP is at the south end of the lake quite a distance from the most developed north end....Check Idaho Fishing rules on the web...
Jodie G
Ontario, OR
What is the fee for camping here? Where can we moor or park our boat? Does the senior pass work for discounts.
Jodie G
Ontario, OR
what is the fee for camping here, are there senior discounts, can the senior pass be used here?
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- Hotels near Heyburn State Park:
- (7.12 mi) Osprey Inn B & B
- (3.34 mi) Sun Meadow Resort
- (7.05 mi) Lakeview Lodge
- (3.30 mi) Lake Coeur D 'Alone Lake Cabin Summer Fun ~ Sleeps 8
- (3.42 mi) Rustic-modern home in forest overlooking Lake Coeur d’Alene with W/D & AC
- Restaurants near Heyburn State Park:
- (6.89 mi) Harrison Creamery & Fudge Factory
- (5.53 mi) Gateway cafe
- (6.91 mi) One Shot Charlie's Bar
- (6.91 mi) The Tin Cup
- (6.96 mi) Lakeside Bar & Grill