11th Street Marina

**11th Street Marina offers convenient boat launch access to Coeur d'Alene Lake, one of the most scenic lakes in the region. Located in downtown Coeur d'Alene, this facility provides a straightforward entry point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. Day-use parking is available, and you can access the floating boardwalk through the arc on the west side. Once your boat is secured, check in with the Boardwalk Marina on the east side at the gas pumps.**

**Coeur d'Alene Lake is known for its pristine, sparkling waters and offers excellent recreational opportunities for paddlers of all skill levels. The lake's calm waters make it ideal for kayaking and canoeing, with numerous islands and scenic shorelines to explore. The downtown location puts you near amenities and provides quick access to the broader lake system.**

**For planning your visit, note that parking and check-in procedures are managed through the Boardwalk Marina. Additional boat launch options exist elsewhere on the lake if you need alternatives, and several campgrounds—including Beauty Creek Campground and Mokins Bay Campground (both reservable)—are located within 10 miles for multi-day trips.**

Overview
Beauty Creek Campground is located a half mile from Lake Coeur d'Alene along the peaceful Beauty Creek. Visitors enjoy breathtaking scenery and convenient access to miles of trails.Recreation
The trailhead for the Caribou Ridge National Recreation Trail starts at the campground. The 5-mile trail features a moderate climb with two outstanding overlooks of Lake Coeur d'Alene.

Biking and...

Overview
Beauty Creek Campground is located a half mile from Lake Coeur d'Alene along the peaceful Beauty Creek. Visitors enjoy breathtaking scenery and convenient access to miles of trails.Recreation
The trailhead for the Caribou Ridge National Recreation Trail starts at the campground. The 5-mile trail features a moderate climb with two outstanding overlooks of Lake Coeur d'Alene.

Biking and hiking trails in the area include the 1.8-mile Beauty Creek Overlook and the 4.9-mile Mt. Coeur d'Alene Viewpoint.

Anglers enjoy an abundance of northern pike, chinook salmon and bass in the nearby stream.Facilities
Beauty Creek offers about 20 spacious campsites for both tent and RV camping. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Parking aprons are paved.

The nearest boat ramp is at Mineral Ridge, which is less than a mile from the campground. Here, visitors have easy access to boating and fishing.Natural Features
The campground is nestled in a narrow valley along Beauty Creek in northern Idaho. At an elevation of 2,100 feet, it is a sparsely wooded valley surrounded by heavily wooded hillsides.

Beauty Creek sits in the Idaho Panhandle National Forest, between the Cascade Mountains to the west and the Bitterroot Mountains to the east.
Nearby Attractions
Lake Coeur d'Alene offers excellent boating, fishing and canoeing. Towns around the lake offer opportunities for para-sailing, ferry rides, paddle boating and sea plane rides.

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