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Paradise on Mirror Lake

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· Sagle, Bonner, Idaho
20 acres hosted by Nathaniel K.
1 lodging site · 6 RV/tent sites
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Best in Idaho: 1st place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Great for groups
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
>>> Voted #1 Campground in Idaho 2022, 2024 and #2 in 2023 (Hipcamp Awards) <<< Like a postcard photograph, Bigfoot Campout is perched up about 50 feet over Mirror Lake, sitting in a mountain bowl on one end of the lake. Campers will have gorgeous views and sunsets over the lake. Fishing, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, hiking and wildlife watching abound. The campsite is off-the-beaten path so you'll be away from the crowds, yet the site is still close to other area attractions like Lake Pend Oreille (10 min. drive), charming downtown Sandpoint (15 min. drive) and Silverwood Theme Park (30 min. drive). The beauty and allure of Mirror Lake led to it being featured in two Hollywood movies -- Dante's Peak (1997) and Mel (1998). The lake itself is excellent for fishing, and stocked with Kokanee, Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Cutthroat Trout. The stocking is typically scheduled for the first week of June each year, so if you are an angler, it's best to come after June 7th for the best fishing. (Just before June, the fish stock will be at it's lowest point of the year, so keep that in mind.) Paying homage to the Bigfoot legend in northern Idaho, the theme of this campground is all things Sasquatch! Can you find all 9 Sasquatch hiding throughout the campground? Some are hard to find, while others are in plain sight! Swimming in nearby Talache Landing (a.k.a. Talache Beach) on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille is an absolute must-do. The views are absolutely stunning and the water is crystal clear -- and quite refreshing on a hot day. Fishing is best done in a canoe or small boat which can be put in at our campground dock (free) or at the nearby public boat ramp ($5 fee). Fishing off of the campground dock is also a possibility but beware that lily pads are prevalent. Please obey all of the camp rules which are listed in each campsite. The most important campground rule is leaving the campground just as you found it, or better. This means smothering fires and packing out all trash to prevent wildlife from visiting our campground! A bit of history... In 2021, the campsites were graveled and graded, each with their own picnic table and fire pit. A mulch tent pad was added to Campsites C and D. An on-site Port-A-Potty was also installed at this time. In 2022, 50-30-20 Amp electric pedestals for camper and RV use were installed in campsites B and C/D. Also, a sand tent pad was installed in campsite F and a Sasquatch Trail was added where you can search for many Bigfoot hiding in the woods! In 2023 a brand-new 70' elevated nature-walk and dock were installed on the lakefront. In campsite E, a mulch tent pad was installed. Also, an interactive "Enchanted Forest" was added to the campground, which lights up a night to reveal all of the woodland creatures that live there! (Kids love this!) In 2024, a lakefront tiny cabin was added down by the dock at Campsite A, along with a grassy beach, hammocks and a grass tent pad. An Amenities Shed full of several camping games like horseshoes and corn hole was also added by the Port-A-Potty area. Two additional Port-A-Potties were also added, bringing the total to three for the campground. In 2025, a water tower will be installed, allowing campers to fill up with potable water within steps of each campsite. In addition, Fern Trail will be completed where you can hike through a "fern forest" along the lakefront. In 2026, a concrete corn hole pit will be installed, as well as a "shower bag" showering area. Yurt construction will also begin in 2026, with likely completion in 2027. As the host for this campground, I do not live on-site. You may reach me anytime before, during, or after your stay via phone, text or Hipcamp messenger. I almost always respond within a few minutes. Detailed directions, and camp information will be sent to every booked guest 48 hours prior to their arrival. When selecting your campsite, please take note of the following: Best lake views: Campsite A, C and D. (Campsites E and F have partially obstructed lake views due to trees.) Easiest RV access: Campsite B. It's a pull-through site. Most private: Campsites A and B, or booking Campsites C/D or E/F together. (Do not book C/D or E/F for complete privacy unless you book them in pairs.) Most shade: Campsites A, E and F. Sunniest: Campsites B, C an D. Electric access: Campsites B, C and D. (C/D share a power pedestal.) Nearest to Port-a-Potty: Campsites A and E. Nearest to lake: Campsite A. Best for large parties: Booking Campsites C/D together (for larger RV camping parties) or booking Campsites E/F together (for moderate-sized tent camping parties). Property located 48°10'11.0"N, 116°30'02.1"W
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
Forest
Lake
Swimming hole
Mountainous
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580 ratings · 337 reviews
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Jaclyn N.recommends
October 14, 2024
C - RV, Trailer, Tent (w/ Electric)
What a great camping site! Our family of four and two dogs had more than enough space to spread out and enjoy our weekend. We had sites C & D. Plenty of nice walking trails and the Enchantment Forest is so cute! We will definitely be planning another trip here!
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Madi B.recommends
October 6, 2024
F - Auto or Tent (Wooded Site)
Great site, exactly as is advertised! We will definitely be coming back.
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Sam B.recommends
October 6, 2024
C - RV, Trailer, Tent (w/ Electric)
Fun stay!
Good directions to get there, easy access. Gravel everywhere so you aren’t getting everything all muddy. It was well kept and clean. Really enjoyed the spot and would recommend.
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Brian&Carrie L.recommends
October 4, 2024
B - RV, Trailer, Tent (w/ Electric)
We’ll be back again!
This is by far our favorite Hip Camp. We had the entire place to ourselves during our visit. Weekends are surely much busier. Site B, which gets sun until mid afternoon, is set away from the other sites and closest to the exit. It’s also closest to the enchanted forest. You may hear Big Foot or other animals strolling through during the night. The porta potties are some of the cleanest and freshest ever. They were serviced on the Tuesday we were there. Someone also came by to check that we had enough water for the fire: a bucket is there at the site. Be sure to use the directions given - not GPS - and you’ll have no problem finding it. The last turn and road up the short hill to the campground was a bit narrow but plenty of room for our Airstream. We’ll be back again!
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Sarah Y.recommends
October 4, 2024
C - RV, Trailer, Tent (w/ Electric)
We love staying at this campground! We stayed in campsite C. It had great views of the lake and lots of shade. The fire pit and picnic table were nice/clean. The restrooms are vault toilets just a short walk from the campsite, but they were very clean/well maintained. The campsites are spread out, so you won’t have to worry about being really close to other campers. The fishing dock was very convenient for taking our kayak out on the water. I will say we had a bit of a difficult time finding a place to put our tent in campsite C. There wasn't enough level ground, so I would definitely recommend an RV for this site rather than tent camping. For the price, it would also be nice to have some extra things, like maybe firewood included or something like that. Overall, I would definitely recommend this campground and we loved staying here. It was a wonderful place to spend the weekend!
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Kara J.recommends
September 29, 2024
C - RV, Trailer, Tent (w/ Electric)
Beautiful and quiet. Close to the water. Loved staying there.
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Sagle, Bonner, Idaho, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Ktunaxa ɁamakɁis, Kalispel, and Schitsu’umsh (Coeur d’Alene) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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