Sam Owen

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Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Idaho Panhandle National Forests Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Season: Mid May to Late September Status: none Reservations: Reservations can be made by visiting Recreation.gov . Overview Sam Owen Campground is nestled on the banks of Lake Pend Oreille in a densely wooded forest of pine and cedar. Popular activities include hiking, canoeing, swimming and boating in summer, and skiing in winter. Recreation A beach draws crowds of sunbathers and swimmers. Visitors also like to hike the half-mile, accessible Sam Owen Trail #4. The trail reaches a beautiful vista of Owens Bay, where hikers can rest on benches and take in the astonishing view. Anglers take pleasure in catching kamloops, Dolly Varden, northern pike, trout and catfish. A boat ramp and dock are located on-site. Facilities Amenities include a picnic area, paved overflow parking areas and an amphitheater for educational programs. Campsites do not have electric hookups but a group picnic shelter has electricity and lights. Accessible flush toilets, drinking water and a dump station are provided.… Getting there: From Sandpoint, take State Highway 200 east 21 miles. Turn right on Peninsula Road (County Road 1028) and continue 1 mile to the recreation area. Phone: 435-245-6521 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232202 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Mike Hynes, Recreation.gov