Sam Owen Campground
Idaho Panhandle National Forest
Write a Review Sam Owens Park Road Hope, ID 83836 208-263-5111 208-765-7223 Official WebsiteGPS: 48.2197, -116.2844
Overview of Sam Owen Campground
Last Price Paid: $36
Reported by Audrey on 9/10/2020
Longest RV Reported: 34 feet
Reported by Living the dream! on 7/9/2018
Number of Sites 80
Reservations yes
Open Seasonally May - Sep
Elevation 2,099 ft / 639 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Sam Owen Campground 8 people have reviewed this location.
“Large site with private beach”
Reviewed 9/10/2020
Nightly rate: | $36 |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | 35 |
We were shocked when we rolled up to find our own beach and a huge site. It’s probably the biggest campsite we’ve ever seen. Despite a crowded campground, it was quiet, clean, and our site felt very private. There are bathrooms but no showers. I could come back here again and stay for an extended period of time. What a beautiful area!
Audrey would stay here again
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Reviewed 9/1/2020
Nightly rate: | $25 |
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Days stayed: | 14 |
Site Number: | 42 |
Dry camping, with restrooms, potable water and dump station available. $8 charge for dump. Our site was in skipping stone loop, very unlevel. The campground manager asked about taking pictures of our RV to submit to the powered that be. They would like to get sites leveled. Our site was close to the lake, lots of shade trees. Still abl... more
Dry camping, with restrooms, potable water and dump station available. $8 charge for dump. Our site was in skipping stone loop, very unlevel. The campground manager asked about taking pictures of our RV to submit to the powered that be. They would like to get sites leveled. Our site was close to the lake, lots of shade trees. Still able to get some solar. Fire ring and picnic table is located behind/to the left of the RV. We did have Verizon signal. Able to make reservations on line. There was a cougar sighting a few days before we got the the campground. Also so deer and bald eagles.
Dawn would stay here again
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“Very Nice!”
Reviewed 7/19/2020
Nightly rate: | $23 |
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Days stayed: | 14 |
Site Number: | 64 73 |
This campground was very nice! It sits near Lake Pend Orielle on the northern side of the lake. The hosts were awesome! Both sites were clean. There are animals that come by the sites. We saw deer, turkey, squirrels, and lots of robins. There is a dump station that is $8 to use. That is by card only. The Leaf loop was the only ... more
This campground was very nice! It sits near Lake Pend Orielle on the northern side of the lake. The hosts were awesome! Both sites were clean. There are animals that come by the sites. We saw deer, turkey, squirrels, and lots of robins. There is a dump station that is $8 to use. That is by card only.
The Leaf loop was the only one that had paved units.
Tina would stay here again
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“A Peaceful Place - Dry Camping”
Reviewed 6/24/2020
Nightly rate: | $23 |
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Days stayed: | 14 |
Site Number: | 49 |
At least during my stay off the maximum of 14 days. Site costs range from $23-$25 dollars. Facilities are older but maintained, well at least cleaned. I have no gripes as I'm staying in a fifth wheel. Some campsites are very unlevel. There is a Dump station with a place to hookup a fresh water hose, but when arriving here the turn i... more
At least during my stay off the maximum of 14 days. Site costs range from $23-$25 dollars. Facilities are older but maintained, well at least cleaned. I have no gripes as I'm staying in a fifth wheel. Some campsites are very unlevel.
There is a Dump station with a place to hookup a fresh water hose, but when arriving here the turn is too much for a trailer if any length. You'll need to do a loop around and come back. When leaving note the dump fee is $8 and you'll need a credit it debit card to activate.
The campsites have a sturdy picnic table and fire ring with a grill. Firewood is available from the Host. The lake is only a few hundred feet depending on your campsite and does have a dog beach, but make sure you use the correct beach.
RetiredVagabond would stay here again
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“Very relaxing campground. ”
Reviewed 9/1/2019
Nightly rate: | $14 |
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Days stayed: | 4 |
Site Number: | 42 |
Very pleasant campground on the beautiful lake Pend Oreille. Campground host has kayak rentals which is nice. The nearby town of Ponderay has pretty much anything you need. Great laundromat called “The Laundromat “ with WiFi.
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“nice campground on beautiful lake”
Reviewed 8/8/2019
Nightly rate: | $11 |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | 2 |
We pulled in about 4 pm on a Saturday in July and was able to get a nice spot for 3 nights on the Red Sun Loop at site #2- Camp hosts for this loop were the nicest and hardest working hosts we have ever encountered - they were always out cleaning and went out of their way to make sure our stay was enjoyable - the sites are under bea... more
We pulled in about 4 pm on a Saturday in July and was able to get a nice spot for 3 nights on the Red Sun Loop at site #2- Camp hosts for this loop were the nicest and hardest working hosts we have ever encountered - they were always out cleaning and went out of their way to make sure our stay was enjoyable - the sites are under beautiful huge pines and very peaceful - we kayaked on Lake Pend Oreille as there is a swimming area and boat ramp right at the campground and in easy walking distance - we also hiked a short trail up across the road and enjoyed beautiful of the lake - everyone in Idaho was very friendly and would love to return again in the future!
James would stay here again
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“Great CG, Beautiful Lake, Many Sights”
Reviewed 8/25/2018
Nightly rate: | $12 |
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Days stayed: | 7 |
Sam Owen is hard to get a reservation in but worth the effort. It is a great CG with many campsites. Lake Pend Oreille is a huge lake with many associated activities. We found early morning very quiet, calm and peaceful where later in the day boaters and water skiers invaded the solitude. If you like beaches, hikes, biking and swim... more
Sam Owen is hard to get a reservation in but worth the effort. It is a great CG with many campsites. Lake Pend Oreille is a huge lake with many associated activities. We found early morning very quiet, calm and peaceful where later in the day boaters and water skiers invaded the solitude. If you like beaches, hikes, biking and swimming this is a great CG. Other CG's were not as spacious. We had one noisy neighbor who ran a generator all day but thankfully they left after the weekend. Otherwise a very quiet place.
Spam In A Can Colorado would stay here again
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“Close to Sandpoint and on the lake”
Reviewed 7/9/2018
Nightly rate: | $23 |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | 63 |
I could not find a lot of campgrounds around the Sandpoint area, so Sam Owens was a gem to stay and visit friends who lived close by. They have several loops, all with lots of shade.
Living the dream! would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
Recreation
- fishing
- picnic area
- recreation trail
- swimming beach
- water access
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
- pull thru
Facilities
- dump station
- ADA Accessible
- restrooms: flush
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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