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Bartoo Island Boat-in Campground

BARTOO ISLAND GROUP SITE
BARTOO ISLAND GROUP SITE
BARTOO ISLAND GROUP SITE
BARTOO ISLAND GROUP SITE
BARTOO ISLAND GROUP SITE

Featured amenities

Parking

About Bartoo Island Boat-in Campground

Surrounded by clear waters of Priest Lake, the 25 sites on Bartoo Island provide the ideal getaway for people looking for a rugged, but highly rewarding, camping experience on the peaceful shores of Priest Lake. There are 24 single sites on the island as well as one group site known as Sunrise Group Site. This group site has been renumbered from site #001 to site #23 for groups of 10-30 individuals. All sites are only reachable by boat.

Number of accommodations: 16

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Boating

Fishing

Swimming

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - May 29 to Sep 14

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

16 Sites Available

Site
Price
β›Ί 022, Loop: BARTOO ISLAND GROUP SITE
30 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 11, Loop: South Bartoo
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 12, Loop: South Bartoo
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 13, Loop: South Bartoo
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 14, Loop: West Sunshine
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 15, Loop: West Sunshine
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 16, Loop: West Sunshine
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 17, Loop: Sunshine
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 18, Loop: Sunshine
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 2, Loop: North Bartoo
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 25, Loop: Bartoo Solo
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 3, Loop: North Bartoo
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 4, Loop: North Bartoo
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 6, Loop: Solo #2
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 8, Loop: South Bartoo
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available
β›Ί 9, Loop: South Bartoo
10 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (28)

What Guests Are Saying

Bartoo Island Boat-in Campground offers a fantastic camping experience with beautiful beaches, clear water, and plenty of space for activities. While some campers noted issues with tent placement due to slanted grounds and high bee activity during meals, overall cleanliness and ample recreational opportunities make it a favorite destination for many families. A suggestion for improvement includes adding more vault toilets.

Review Summary

4.4
28 reviews
5
71.4%
20
4
14.3%
4
3
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0
2
7.1%
2
1
7.1%
2

Amy B

Verified

July 29, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 9, Loop: South Bartoo

5

Love this island!!

Amy B

Verified

July 29, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 9, Loop: South Bartoo

5

Love this island!!

Thomas M

Verified

July 21, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 2, Loop: North Bartoo

5

Love it, beautiful spot, we’ll be back in the future, very well kept, clean, quiet.

Thomas M

Verified

July 21, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 2, Loop: North Bartoo

5

Love it, beautiful spot, we’ll be back in the future, very well kept, clean, quiet.

Bryan O

Verified

June 23, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 25, Loop: Bartoo Solo

4

Great camping spot.

Bryan O

Verified

June 23, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 25, Loop: Bartoo Solo

4

Great camping spot.

Scott K

Verified

September 14, 2020 β€’ Stayed at: 15, Loop: West Sunshine

1

This site is horrible. There is no place to park your boat as the beach is really rocky. Both sites on the side are great but this was aweful.

Scott K

Verified

September 14, 2020 β€’ Stayed at: 15, Loop: West Sunshine

1

This site is horrible. There is no place to park your boat as the beach is really rocky. Both sites on the side are great but this was aweful.

Location Bartoo Island Boat-in Campground

Address:
32203 Hwy 57
Priest River, ID, 83856
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via State Highway 57, which connects to various boat launches around the lake.

Latitude & Longitude: 48.5511 / -116.866

Elevation: 743 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • Bring your own portable toilet
  • Site is accessed by boat only
  • No drinking water; please bring your own water
  • Bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack in-pack out' facility
  • Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating
  • No bathing or washing dishes in lake
  • No glass bottles allowed on beaches
  • No fireworks
  • Click here for more information on the Idaho Panhandle National Forests
  • 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.
  • Please display camping reservation on dashboard if parking at Kalispell Bay Boat Launch

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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