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Devils Elbow

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

🏕️ CampgroundCoeur d'Alene / PanhandleIdaho⭐ 4.5 (106)
Devils Elbow
🟢 8 open windows as of Sep 9 — soonest Sun Sep 13–Wed Sep 16
Availability checked 2h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🔥 Just opened — our latest scan caught 1 cancellation here, marked below
🐕 Dogs allowed — all 21 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.
Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 55m ago.
📈 CampSage caught 5 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Devils Elbow in Idaho has 8 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sun Sep 13–Wed Sep 16. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📍 Approximate location — this campground shares a map point with others in the same park, so the pin marks the park rather than the exact site. Check the booking page before navigating.
📅 Open dates
Sun Sep 13 – Wed Sep 163 nightsbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, DEVI #001–DEVI #003 next to each othersites #001, #002, #003, #005, #008, #012, #013, #015, #016, #017
Mon Sep 14 – Thu Sep 173 nightsbook these dates →sites #007
Mon Sep 14 – Wed Sep 162 nightsbook these dates →sites #004
Fri Sep 18 – Mon Sep 213 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 4 in a row, DEVI #012–DEVI #015 next to each othersites #014, #002, #003, #005, #008, #012, #013, #015, #017
Sun Sep 20 – Wed Sep 233 nightsbook these dates →🔥 just openedopened 2h agosites #006
Mon Sep 21 – Thu Sep 243 nightsbook these dates →sites #011
Fri Sep 25 – Mon Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #007, #011, #016
Sat Sep 26 – Tue Sep 293 nightsbook these dates →sites #010

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite DEVI #001 — Devil's Elbow Site 1
Site DEVI #001 · Devil's Elbow Site 1Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite DEVI #001 — Devil's Elbow Site 1
Site DEVI #001 · Devil's Elbow Site 1Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite DEVI #002 — Devil's Elbow Site 2
Site DEVI #002 · Devil's Elbow Site 2Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite DEVI #002 — Devil's Elbow Site 2
Site DEVI #002 · Devil's Elbow Site 2Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite DEVI #003 — Devil's Elbow Campground Site 3
Site DEVI #003 · Devil's Elbow Campground Site 3Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite DEVI #003 — Devil's Elbow Campground Site 3
Site DEVI #003 · Devil's Elbow Campground Site 3Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite DEVI #005 — Devil's Elbow Campground Site 5
Site DEVI #005 · Devil's Elbow Campground Site 5Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite DEVI #005 — Devil's Elbow Campground Site 5
Site DEVI #005 · Devil's Elbow Campground Site 5Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite DEVI #008 — Devil's Elbow Campground Site 8
Site DEVI #008 · Devil's Elbow Campground Site 8Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite DEVI #008 — Devil's Elbow Campground Site 8
Site DEVI #008 · Devil's Elbow Campground Site 8Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite DEVI #012 — Devil's Elbow Campground Site 12
Site DEVI #012 · Devil's Elbow Campground Site 12Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite DEVI #012 — Devil's Elbow Campground Site 12
Site DEVI #012 · Devil's Elbow Campground Site 12Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 16.1 mi away (straight line).

⚡ Tesla Supercharger16.1 midirections →
⚡ Electrify America17.3 midirections →

Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about March 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 24 openings at Devils Elbow over the last 30 days, on 22 separate days, most of them for stays 4–13 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $26–$102/nightGroup Standard NonelectricStandard Nonelectric🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.5★★★★★101 ratings
5★68
4★24
3★6
2★2
1★1
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon0.1/4
AT&T0.0/4
T-Mobile0.0/4
Sprint retired0.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Devils Elbow FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Devils Elbow?

Devils Elbow in Idaho takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Devils Elbow?

Campsite fees at Devils Elbow run about $26–$102/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Devils Elbow when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Devils Elbow often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Devils Elbow?

CampSage's scans caught 24 openings at Devils Elbow over the last 30 days, on 22 separate days, most of them for stays 4–13 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Devils Elbow a good campground?

Devils Elbow holds an average rating of 4.5/5 from 106 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Devils Elbow?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Devils Elbow, Verizon rates highest at 0.1 out of 5 from 39 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Devils Elbow located?

Devils Elbow is located in Coeur d'Alene / Panhandle, Idaho. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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