Sheep Springs Overlook

About Sheep Springs Overlook

This is a primitive backcountry site serving as the trailhead to the Crystal Lake Trail. Crystal Lake Trail is a high-elevation rugged backcountry trail provides foot access to Crystal Lake. It is dangerous and not suitable for motorized, equestrian or bicycling activities. Primitive camping is available at the trailhead and also allowed at the lake. The access road is narrow, steep and rough. Three camping sites are available at the trailhead with fire rings, picnic tables and a vault toilet.

How to Get There

Approximately 54 miles southeast of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho; Follow US-90 east from Coeur d'Alene for 25 miles to the Cataldo exit (exit 40), then south on Latour Cr./Rochat Divide Road for 29 miles.

Plan Your Visit to Sheep Springs Overlook

Heading to Sheep Springs Overlook? 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)