Albeni Cove
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — OLDTOWN · Idaho · Lake Pend Oreille
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Lake Pend Oreille |
| Location | OLDTOWN · Idaho · Lake Pend Oreille · 48.18306, -116.99972 · Map |
| Sites | 14 public sites counted from the federal listing — 9 standard nonelectric; 4 walk to; 1 rv electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 1 of 14 sites (up to 30 amp where reported) Water hookups at 0 of 14 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 14 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 14 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 83 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 10 sites · 30 ft: 7 sites · 35 ft: 6 sites · 40 ft: 5 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 3:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 14 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 208-437-3133 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Albeni Cove is a small campground located just upstream from Albeni Falls Dam on the Pend Oreille.
Situated amongst firs, cedars and pines, Albeni Cove provides a rustic, but incredibly beautiful location for camping and recreation on the river. Recreation Water sports are the most common activity at Albeni Cove, including swimming, fishing and boating.
Campers are likely to spot wildlife in the area, including bald eagles, osprey, a wide variety of birds, and most commonly, deer. Facilities Albeni Cove Campground offers 14 campsites, all with picnic tables and grills. An on-site dock, boat ramp and swimming beach provide easy access to the water. Natural Features Albeni Falls Dam on the Pend Oreille River, provides flood control, power production and countless recreational activities for visitors year-round.
Behind the dam, the Pend Oreille River stretches 65 miles through a glacial-carved valley that separates three mountain ranges.
Lake Pend Oreille is surrounded by scenic mountains and is one of the largest and deepest natural lakes in the western United States, plunging to depths of more than 1,200 ft. in some areas. Nearby Attractions The Albeni Falls Visitor Center features exhibits on the history of the dam and the natural features of the area. Tours of the dam are given daily during the summer. Charges & Cancellations A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see NRRS Reservation Policy.
Directions, from the listing
From Highway 2 in Newport, Washington, turn south onto Highway 41. Follow for .5 miles and turn east on Fourth Street into Oldtown, Idaho. Follow for approximately 3 miles to the campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
5 mi straight-line · OLDTOWN IdahoUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersRiley Creek
11 mi straight-line · OLDTOWN IdahoUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersSpringy Point
20 mi straight-line · OLDTOWN IdahoFSU.S. Forest ServiceOsprey
22 mi straight-line · PRIEST RIVER IdahoFSU.S. Forest ServiceOutlet At Priest Lake
23 mi straight-line · Priest River Idaho
Trip Card — Albeni Cove
OLDTOWN · Idaho · Lake Pend Oreille
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | OLDTOWN · Idaho · Lake Pend Oreille |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 1 |
| Max RV | Up to 83 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 14 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233791 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.