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Devils Elbow Campground

Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Idaho

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As of October 2026, Devils Elbow Campground is a campground in Idaho Panhandle National Forests with 18 campsites. Devils Elbow Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Devils Elbow Campground is located at 47.7664° N, 116.0167° W.

people allowed on 17 of 18 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 50

Devils Elbow Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum stay: 14 nights
Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Devils Elbow Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Devils Elbow Campground

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Standard 17
Group 1

What an RV fits

20 ft11 sites
30 ft1 site
32 ft1 site
35 ft1 site
39 ft1 site
87 ft1 site
100 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Devils Elbow Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the DEVI loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	Standard	8	87 ft
002	Standard	8	20 ft
003	Standard	8	20 ft
004	Standard	8	100 ft
005	Standard	8	20 ft
006	Standard	8	20 ft
007	Standard	8	20 ft
008	Standard	8	20 ft
009	Standard	8	35 ft
010	Standard	8	30 ft
011	Standard	8	39 ft
012	Standard	8	20 ft
013	Standard	8	20 ft
014	Standard	8	20 ft
015	Standard	8	20 ft
016	Standard	8	32 ft
017	Standard	8	20 ft
GROUP	Group	50	-

About Devils Elbow Campground

Overview

Devil's Elbow Campground is perched on the banks of the North Fork Coeur d'Alene River, providing a perfect escape for a warm summer weekend. Here, visitors can camp in tents or RVs and spend their days fishing or floating the river.

Recreation

Rafting, swimming and kayaking are favorite activities on the river. Rafters will find class I-III rapids further down the river. Catch-and-release cutthroat trout fishing is also popular.

Visitors also enjoy explore the river valley on foot to see nearby Downey Creek or Valitons Creek.

Facilities

Devil's Elbow Campground has 20 campsites including one host site and a group site. The group site can accommodate up to 50 people. Amenities include hand-pump drinking water and vault toilets.

Campground roads are paved and parking spurs are short but wide enough for parking two vehicles alongside a trailer.

Natural Features

The campground sits among lodgepole and other mixed pines along the river at an elevation of 2,600 feet. The area is located in the Coeur d'ALene Mountains, 69 miles from popular Coeur d'Alene Lake.

Wildlife watchers and photographers have the chance to see mule deer, moose, osprey and calliope hummingbirds.

Rules and notices at Devils Elbow Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Devils Elbow Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Extra Vehicles: One vehicle is included in your single campsite fee. Each additional vehicle will be charged a per day fee. If that fee is not paid with your reservation, it will be collected on site (cash or check only). Maximum two vehicles per site.

Bears frequent the area; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating

SCRS & Recreation.gov policy states we will keep your reserved site until check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. If you haven't occupied it at any time during this period, your reservation is null and void and will be given to first come first serve campers. Your reservation will be a no show and no refund will be given.

The 14 day stay limit is strictly enforced. Camping for a period longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive day period is prohibited. If you have booked back-to-back reservations, you will be asked to cancel all days after the first 14.

This campground has first-come, first-served sites

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Devils Elbow Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Devils Elbow Campground?

Devils Elbow Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 18 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Devils Elbow Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Devils Elbow Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Devils Elbow Campground have?

Devils Elbow Campground has 18 campsites.