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Dustin

3 weeks ago

40 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Crooks Lookout

Awesome site. As others have noted, it is near the highway, but there is a nice berm in-between and it really wasn't that noticeable. Will be back!

jill

November 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Triple Tree Ranch

Mr. Doug was a sweet man. Got his skitsdeer to help us get our spot prepared. And had grace for us when we couldn't get checked out in time because we were waiting an hour for our lunch in town. Also offered us firewood if we wanted a campfire. We will be back!!!'

Old garden area for both RV and tent camping. Lots of room for setup. Has morning and midday sun with afternoon shade.

Jodine

November 2025

20 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to David's Hodge Podge Lodge Camping

This was our second stay and it's definitely on my favorite list. David is accommodating and his place is well taken care of and beautiful.

Jessica

November 2025

25 ft campervan

With kids

Weekend Trip to Triple Tree Ranch

Great location with beautiful views and friendly host!

Tanya

November 2025

22 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Wheat and Beans

This is a great spot if you are visiting Moscow. It is real close to town which makes for an easy commute. However, it is also far enough out of town to make you feel like you are on a farm or truly camping. The hosts are very friendly and quick with communication. The site was very clean and level. I definitely will be back and would recommend this to others!

santi

November 2025

30 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Crooks Lookout

Dreamy place. Smells like pine trees all day. Beautiful views of the Palouse. Its very well set up. Hot water in the faucet and bathoom. The outside sink was a plus. The table is very big, lots of dry firewood, spacious area, lots of parking, sting lights, the owners were very accomodating, flexible and very welcoming. The kids were very loud and they didn't once come over or say anything.

Samantha

November 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Triple Tree Ranch

Doug was very friendly and accommodating making sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed from before arrival to the entire time we were there. I would recommend to anyone!

Steve

November 2025

30 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Wheat and Beans

Great location less than 10 minutes from Moscow. Nice site with full hookups and great views! Recommend!

Alica

November 2025

28 ft Class C

1 night at Wheat and Beans

Nice and clean, good view, needs some signs to tell where it is. We would stay again

Jennifer

October 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Triple Tree Ranch

Nice spot very close to campus. We walked through the Arboretum to the UofI Kibbie Dome for game day. Evenings were quiet and we felt comfortable and safe camped under the trees. Thank you, Doug for a very nice stay!

Judy

October 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wheat and Beans

Beautiful location. Easy to maneuver into spot, with privacy and stunning views of farmland. Five minutes from downtown Moscow and 20 minutes to the WSU campus. Had full hook up with fire pit, chairs, and firewood. Nick was a lovely host – friendly, warm, even offered us fresh eggs from his barn! Already booked a second stay for spring.

Kim

October 2025

21 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Farmstead Veiws

We’ve stayed here twice and both times were great! Beautiful location.

Jenni

October 2025

40 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Wheat and Beans

Another amazing time! Host is wonderful, very responsive. The spaces are beautiful, clean and have everything we need.

Sarah

October 2025

15 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Crooks Lookout

We loved the private and beautiful spot at Travis land. Waking up in the morning and seeing the rolling hills was breath taking. The facilities were nice and the place was easy to find even late at night.

Wendy

October 2025

30 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Convenient Palouse Paradise

Beautiful view - even when it was not the best weather. Very close to U of Idaho and not far from Pullman. Very quiet and private.

Jodine

October 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to David's Hodge Podge Lodge Camping

Beautiful site! I loved walking the trails with my dog and listening to the birds.

Jeffrey

October 2025

24 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Farmstead Veiws

Fantastic views very easy in and out great experience

Brian

October 2025

17 ft travel trailer

1 night at Farmstead Veiws

Owner is good at communicating and I've always enjoyed staying here. Electric and water. Close to WSU. Very quiet and no issues. Go Cougs.

JackieG

October 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Lost Moose Campground

Beautiful camp site! Right next to the river and hearing the gentle noise was relaxing. During my stay, I was the only one camping in that part of the campground which felt eery at first. But waking up in solitude was a great feeling - got to go at my own pace and not have to worry about waking others up. The campground is located in such a beautiful spot that I would recommend it to anyone needing to be in nature. Definitely enjoyed my time here!

Harold

October 2025

22 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to David's Hodge Podge Lodge Camping

So quiet ,so close, so easy. Nice trails to stroll thru the forest. Shhhhh!

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Crooks Lookout

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(104)

25mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 1 site · RV · Viola, ID

(shower house is closed for the winter of 25/26) We have a RV/Tent pad with full hookups, and a shower house. Tenting discounts are available. Its a great place to stop by for the night when traveling through on Hwy 95. There is some highway noise. Firewood is provided. Biking can be done across the highway with more awesome views. 15 minutes from Moscow!

AirField Estates

94%

(33)

25mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 30 sites · Tents, RVs · Troy, ID

One tent or one camper per reservation. Multiples need to make thier own reservation, We are a century old farm, the 4th generation of Nelson farmers and working on the 5th! 360 degree view of the Palouse farm ground with beautiful mountains in the background. enjoy the fire pit on the back or the covered front porch. Call for information to fly into our private air strip!

Parkside Mountain Ranch

96%

(53)

27mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 30 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Plummer, ID

Private Exclusive Campsites is what we will provide for you while staying with us! Parkside Mountain Ranch provides private camping on a 450 acre mountain with trails for any type of adventure. PMR has a variety of camping experiences you can pick from to accommodate while camping with us. Have a family get together, a business retreat, trail ride your horse with your barn buddies, send us a message and let us know what you would like and we will make your camping just the way you want it to be. Heyburn State Park Rocky Point is less than a mile away. Hipcampers can enjoy the Lake Chatcolet which offers a beach, marina, and a boat launch. Heyburn State Park South Side entrance is located on the same road as PMR. PMR will have sites with over night horse stalls too. Sooo bring your horse camping with you! We want to provide you with beautiful views and private rustic camping!

Idaho Getaways on Lake Coeurdalene

90%

(10)

27mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging · Parkline, ID

Are you ready for the ultimate off-grid getaway? Prepare to be allured by natural surroundings, on a secondary site off of lake Coeur d’Alene. Minutes from the sites and scenes of Cda, this is a dream trip! A short drive from the small hallmark town of Harrison, provides a quaint coffee shop and local restaurants and boutiques. It’s the perfect spot to feel like camping, with the luxury of tourism just around the corner. Are you ready to experience Glamping? Book now. Details: We have a lux glamping tent, containing 1 California king bed and one queen bed. There is additional space for at least 2 people to sleep on the floor. The Glamping tent is designed on a wooden deck, where you can enjoy beautiful scenery, soaking in What Glamping is all about. The glamping tent includes a stove, where you can cook food and keep warm at night. (Wood is needed). Both the basic tent site and your Glamping Getaway site have Access to a modern bathhouse with toilet and sink. (This house is mere steps away from both sites). Your site has a panoramic view of theof mountains and cda lake. There are designated areas to park in the dirt driveway. (The parking number will be given to you on booking). There is a fire pit and outdoor picnic eating space, available to all. (Wood for the stove & fire pit , as well as food trays and wine, are available at an extra charge.) We pride ourselves on cleanliness. The glamping tent is deeply cleaned, with new sheets and pillowcases, and duvet cover, after each stay. We also deeply clean the bath house, fire pit and dining/picnic areas.

Wheat and Beans

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(37)

28mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 2 sites · RVs · Moscow, ID

Welcome to Wheat & Beans, a charming farmhouse property constructed in 1900. Situated close to town yet nestled in a tranquil setting, this property offers a serene getaway for your vacation. As you explore the surroundings, you'll be captivated by the breathtaking views of Moscow Mountain to the East and stunning sunsets to the West. The property is enveloped by picturesque farmland, featuring lush fields of Wheat, Canola and Garbanzo Beans, creating a scenic backdrop that truly embodies the essence of rural living. We offer two RV spaces. To ensure your comfort and convenience during your stay, we provide essential amenities such as water, 30 amp at Grain Bin WEST, 50 amp service at Grain Bin RV, water and a dump station located at each parking area. Whether you're seeking a serene retreat or an opportunity to experience rural farm life, our RV parking offers a delightful blend of comfort, natural beauty, and a touch of farmyard enchantment. Come and create lasting memories in this idyllic setting!

Convenient Palouse Paradise

97%

(30)

31mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 1 site · Tent, RV · Moscow, ID

A quiet, scenic, and convenient location just a couple minutes from Moscow. We live on 1 acre surrounded by farmland just outside town. The views and sunsets are amazing, and it's very quiet for being so close to town. We are a family of four with a dog, barn cats, and free range chickens. We enjoy providing a convenient and tidy location for travelers to stay, and can provide as much assistance as needed while giving you as much privacy as possible. It is 4 minute drive to the UofI campus and 17 minutes to the WSU campus from the site.

Triple Tree Ranch

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(13)

31mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Moscow, ID

Dry RV parking in our Horse Pasture with a view our the valley of the South Fork of the Palouse River all the way to the Blue Mountain and the other way is Paradise Ridge covered with trees. The Fence line is large pine trees. There is room for 4 to 5 campers great spot to have a family gathering going to a football game. You can call it tailgating walking distance to the Kibby Dome through the University of Idaho Arboretum. You can feed the horse 🐎 and the mule and feed the chickens pop corn. This spot has been used as a wedding venue With a flatbed trailer For the wedding party to be on and BALES of hay for friends and family to sit on. Lots of car parking.

Farmstead Veiws

96%

(50)

32mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 14 sites · RVs · Pullman, WA

Learn more about this land: Several level gravel spots with easy access to both Moscow and Pullman, just three miles from WSU and U of I campuses. Take in the stars in the open fields of the Palouse, enjoy a beautiful sunrise/sunset or just take in some peace and quiet. We have 2 spots that can accommodate water, electricity, and sewage hookup, 2 with water only, and several more dry camp spots on open gravel lots. *Please ask us about our weekly and monthly rates!

Harrison Bluffs Campground

93%

(68)

33mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Harrison, ID

🚧 Temporarily Closed – Harrison Bluffs is temporarily closed. We apologize for the inconvenience. Updates can be found at harrisonbluffs.com. --- Welcome families & friends! Our site offer picturesque views of Lake Coeur d'Alene that will be sure to impress! Within minutes you can reach the charming town of downtown Harrison as well as the 'Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes' bike trail. Harrison Bluffs is a tucked-away panoramic paradise perfect for friends and family looking for a break from your busy life. Breathe in the satisfying forest air between tall pine trees that provide shade and respite without obstructing the picturesque views. With your binoculars in hand, you’ll enjoy songbirds, bald eagles, deer, and more as you enjoy the majestic mountains that frame the shimmering lake just a stone’s throw from your tent. You’ll love the tranquility surrounding you, whether solo, with your family, or camping with friends. Take a dip in the cool water in Downtown Harrison, enjoy a bike ride on the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, or just relax at your campsite and enjoy the view. Sites #4 & #5 are equipped with leveled parking spaces for your campervan, so you can pull right up to your campsite. For RV's and travel trailers, look for Harrison Bluffs RV Park on Hipcamp. We look forward to hosting you and your family! Please let us know if you have any questions about the campground or the area. Thank you!

Lost Moose Campground

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(40)

33mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · Cataldo, ID

Lost Moose Campground, Your Basecamp for Adventure! Whether you are looking to hoof it, foot it, motor it, peddle it, or paddle it - we can serve as your basecamp to do it all! Lost Moose is a remote campground nestled in the mountains of beautiful North Idaho where outdoor recreation opportunities abound! Before you book a reservation at the Moose, there are a few things you should know. Our hope, and the reason we opened Lost Moose Campground, is that our guests would have a friendly and fun atmosphere away from life's hustle and bustle where everyone has the opportunity to relax, enjoy nature, and explore north Idaho with their family and friends. Our campground is remote and it does take a little more time and effort to get here. While most of our guests repeatedly tell us it's totally worth it and it's just what they were looking for, others have let us know that they would prefer to be closer to the Interstate and the amenities of "civilization." We just want everyone to be happy! So, before you book a reservation, we want you to know a few things about our campground that way you'll know just what to expect when you stay at the Moose! • Lost Moose Campground is located 8 miles south of Interstate 90. Getting here includes 6 miles of gravel road that can be a little bumpy at times throughout the year. • There's no cell service or wifi at the campground. A landline is available for emergencies and cell service can be found often when traveling nearby roads and trails. • Due to our proximity to Latour Creek we do not have sewer hookups or a dump station. All RV Sites are equipped with power and water hookups and toilets and hot showers are available. • The nearest grocery store is approximately 12 miles away, the nearest gas station 11 miles, nearest dump station 11 miles, and the nearest restaurant is about 12 miles away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach Coeur d'Alene or Wallace. • Latour Creek provides a great place for kids and adults alike to cool off in the summer, but it is not suitable for kayaking or floating. The Coeur d'Alene River is only 8 miles away and is well suited for those activities. • Crystal Lake trailhead is approximately 12 miles above the campground and is accessible by car. The Mirror Lake trailhead is also accessed about 12 miles above the campground, but includes a narrow jeep road that isn't suitable for vehicles not designed for off-roading. • The Trail of the Coeur d'Alene's bike trail parking area is 8 miles from the campground at the junction of Latour Creek and I-90. • ATV's can be ridden from the campground. There are no formal maps of our area, but we are happy to help give directions and suggestions for great places to ride. SO MANY THINGS TO DO Most of our guests come stay with us to get away in the wild. When you are out and about on the trails, chances are you'll see moose, elk and deer - if you're lucky you may even see a bear! It's a real rarity when we hit the trails and don't see at least one of the above! • IN CAMP Play in the river, do some fishing in the creek, play horseshoes and corn hole, eat ice cream, explore the surrounding area, relax, build a campfire, etc. • FROM CAMP Enjoy access to hundreds of miles of ATV/UTV trails directly from camp. Take off upstream or downstream and fish all day. Huckleberry picking in season only a few miles away! • OUTSIDE CAMP Bike trails, kayaking or floating the river, fishing, water parks, theme parks and area attractions. Fun urban adventures are within an hour of the campground! • SILVER MOUNTAIN Try mountain biking in the region's best lift served bike park, go for a scenic gondola ride, hike to the fire lookout on Kellogg Peak or just settle in for some huckleberry ribs and listen to live music at the mountain house grill. How about a round of mountain golf at Galena Ridge, or grab some pavement bikes from Silver Mountain Sports and hit the 72 mile bike path that runs right by our parking lot. Silver Rapids, Idaho's largest indoor waterpark, takes weather out of the equation by creating a perfect 84 degree, football field-sized location to splash, swim and surf on the perfect wave! The sky is the limit at Silver Mountain! • THINGS TO DO IN COEUR D'ALENE There’s something for everyone in Coeur d’Alene. Area activities and attractions range from the free and family-friendly to thrilling outdoor adventures—and just about everything in-between. Summer in Coeur d’Alene is filled with epic attractions! Parasail rides, zip-lining, boating, float planes and of course the northwest’s largest theme park! Winter brings lit-up streets, dinner boat cruises, miles and miles of ski runs, warm indoor water parks and plenty of warm food and hot music acts. • OLD MISSION STATE PARK Coeur d' Alene's Old Mission State Park contains the oldest building in Idaho. The Mission of the Sacred Heart was constructed between 1850 and 1853. It is also the headquarters for the 72 mile paved rails to trails bike path that goes from Mullan to Plummer, passing through several historic towns and meandering along the river. If you're looking to get off the beaten path and back to nature, we've got you covered!

Mike and Brenda's getaway

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(207)

34mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Cataldo, ID

Our campground is part of our working farm. We have a permanent wetland conservation easement on 400 acres of our farm that provides habitat for all manor of wildlife. Bring your camera and a pare of binoculars. Cell phone service in our area is VERY limited.

Little Pine Creek Retreat

95%

(30)

38mi from St. Joe Ranger District · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Pinehurst, ID

Two full drive thru RV sites, internet, tv, sewer, water located in quiet area of Pinehurst Idaho. Couer D Alene and Hiawatha bike trail are close by. Pinehurst Golf Course is a nine hole golf course. Lake Couer d Alene is a close 40 minute drive. Silver Mountain and Look out pass ski areas are within 20 minutes. Gold mine tours and historic Wallace. Rafting the Couer d Alene river is nearby. Many trails to hike. We have had 38 foot class A and 30 foot 5th wheels at the site. Please read the reviews

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Immerse yourself in an enriching wilderness experience on your St. Joe Ranger District camping adventure. This region, originally known as the St. Joe National Forest, now forms a significant part of the Idaho Panhandle National Forests, known for its untouched landscapes and varied outdoor activities. The surrounding lakes are paradise for avid anglers, boasting blue-ribbon cutthroat trout streams that lure fishing enthusiasts from near and far. Outdoor lovers will appreciate the vast expanses of roadless and primitive areas, offering a taste of untamed wilderness that is becoming increasingly rare. Offering an extensive network of trails, the St. Joe Ranger District caters to a variety of outdoor pursuits. Hikers, backcountry horse riders, mountain bikers, and ATV riders will find terrain that challenges and delights in equal measure. Particularly noteworthy is the region's fame for its substantial elk herds, drawing wildlife enthusiasts and photographers for a glimpse of these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Camping near the St. Joe Ranger District lets you dive into this rich tapestry of outdoor experiences. From the thrills of mountain biking to tranquil trout fishing, every moment spent here adds to a unique and rewarding St. Joe camping adventure.

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