Crystal Lake Wilderness Study Area

About Crystal Lake Wilderness Study Area

In Idaho, BLM manages over 9,000 acres of public lands in the Crystal Lake Wilderness Study Area. This area is valued for its scenic, recreational and cultural values. The nearby Skitwish Monuments are unique rock structures associated with the religious ceremonies of the Coeur d' Alene Indians. Hiking, camping, sightseeing, hunting, fishing and berry picking are popular activities here. Crystal Lake is a destination point for hikers using Sheep Springs Campground and trailhead just outside of this WSA.

How to Get There

Located in the northeast corner of Benewah County and the southeast corner of Kootenai County about ten miles northeast of St Maries, Idaho.

Plan Your Visit to Crystal Lake Wilderness Study Area

Heading to Crystal Lake Wilderness Study Area? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)