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Ranch View Hillside

1 site ¡ RV, Tent17 acres ¡ Fairview, WY
Come spend a relaxing time at the base of one of the mountain foothills in stunning Star Valley, WY with a view over a rippling creek below, ranches spread across the valley floor, and watch the sunrise over the mountains on the other side! As the only camper on our 17 acres surrounded by several larger ranches, you will be overlooking part of the old Oregon Trail in the valley below. Above and around you are a rocky hillside covered with wild berry bushes, many songbirds, and larger wildlife like deer, snowshoe hares, elk, foxes, and coyotes. A moose or bear might even wander by. The hillside rises steeply behind you, turning into more mountains as it climbs out of sight. It is generally a quiet rural area about 6 miles from a town with gas, groceries, coffee shops, restaurants, laundromat, camper showers, and other amenities available. There are many trailheads for hiking nearby as well as fishing access to the main river at multiple points across the valley. The Star Valley and Oregon Trail history museums in town provide a fascinating look into the history of this valley. And the largest intermittent spring in the world is a beautiful short hike from a nearby trailhead. In the summer you'll probably hear Red Winged Blackbirds singing in the willows along the creek below and spot brilliant Western Tanagers flitting among the bushes. Bring your binoculars and some patience and you will likely spot a huge variety of other birds as well! This hillside is tucked in the middle of many working ranches so you might see cowboys ride by on horseback, a herd of cows being moved from one pasture to another, or 4 wheelers moving around depending on the time of year. This is a boon-docking site with no water, power, or toilet available. Just lots of nature and views! Plan for pack it in/pack it out and help us keep this spot of nature a place where many people can enjoy the peace of time in the mountains. The parking spot its self is a flat graveled pad suitable for rigs up to a 24 feet in length or tent camping. A small sitting area with a pair of chairs is provided for you to enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sunrise if you like. There is a gravel lane that comes up the hill from the paved county road below, and then the campsite sits off to the side of that tucked into a corner of the steep hillside. Family lives in a cabin further up the hillside, but out of both sight and earshot from the campsite. Sadly no campfires due to the danger of a wildfire. Camp stoves are just fine. We love our pets, and yours are welcome! But please keep them on a leash due to the high volume of wildlife in the area, some of which can easily kill a dog. Verizon phones usually have service in this particular spot, other carriers tend to be hit and miss. Plan to check in sometime after 3:00 p.m. on the day of your arrival and check out before 11:00 a.m. so we have a little bit of time in between guests to do any mowing or other maintenance to the site area.
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Bear Lake Basecamp!

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ Liberty, ID
This has become a great place for our family to go to get away for the weekends. The nights are absolutely beautiful and you can see the stars. You can hear the coyotes off in the distance chipping and howling. My kids love to ride their ATV on the trails and we go for hikes and just relax. There is one fire pit for use at each camp spot (2 spots), just please go into the trees and find some wood to re-stack what you have used and ensure it is out with water and dirt. I fight wildfires during the summer and don’t want to have to fight one up there. Plus I may be hard to reach depending on where I’m located. Learn more about this land: Our Bear Lake Bascamp is perfect for boondocking or pitch a tent and camp in our 5 acres meadow or find a small shady spot in the 5 acres of  quakies and pine trees!  Off grid camping! OHV trails (ride from camp), bring your mountain bikes or even just go for a hike. Located at the edge of the Caribou-Targhe National Forest, Montpelier Ranger District, Idaho. The sunrises are amazing and in the evening you can listen to the coyotes off in the distance. It is open in the winter for snowshoeing or snowmobiling in with wood ready for the fire pit!  Recommend, that when you first arrive, build a small fire in the fire pit and the smoke will get rid of any of the bugs around.  We get up there about 1 time a month and mow/trim the path, parking and work on the trails in the pines.   Turn left at the smile face....When you see it, you'll know what I mean ;)  Please be respectful of others who have property in the area as well.  Don't climb over anyone's fences.
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3188 Funny Farm

3 sites ¡ RVs4 acres ¡ Bedford, WY
4 acres of lush grass with Cottonwood trees along the benches. Wander down to Strawberry Creek with a bridge and mowed walking path. Lucky ducky and our little flock of chickens have quite the personality as do our two black labs who are on a permitted collar waiting for pets by the hosts’ Fifth wheel, family with a couple toddlers and a teenager who likes dirt biking back up Strawberry Canyon Reservoir. Come enjoy with us.
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Heather’s Hideaway

50 sites ¡ RVs, Tents85 acres ¡ Montpelier, ID
Learn more about this land:Hi! I’m Heather I can’t wait to be your hostess. Here at my camp, to the east you’re a two mile walk from the Bear River which is great for paddle boarding, floating or kayaking, fishing, and viewing nature. To the west, less than about ten miles is Skinner Canyon known for Sherman’s Peak(on a clear day you can view the Rockies from the top)! It’s a beautiful, but tough hike! It’s also great for atv’s, dirt bikes, mountain biking, nature, and finding Idaho’s best huckleberries! Also from this location you’re only a twenty five minute drive away from the Caribbean of the Rockies us locals call Bear Lake. Bear Lake is home to the Bear Lake Monster, Famous Raspberry Shakes, and the one and only Burger Boat. Montpelier is kind of a cool little historic town. Montpelier is home to the famous Butch Cassidy’s bank robbery (rumor has it that his fortunes are still hidden up in our mountains) , The Oregon/California Trail Center, antique shops, ice cream and candy shops, and lots of fun little dive bars!
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Lazy 6-T Ranch

5 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents101 acres ¡ Montpelier, ID
Our ranch is a family owned cattle ranch. Our cows love this place and we’re sure you will too! This site is an open pasture perfect for tent or RV camping.
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Starr Ranch

1 site ¡ RV5 acres ¡ Thayne, WY
5 acres of awesome views and centrally located to explore Yellowstone and the Grand Teton National Park. There are chickens, horses and even a cute barn cat named Mister Whiskers who are all friendly and love where they live. There is water/power (30 amp) and septic for you. You are just 50 minutes to Jackson hole and 2 hours to Yellowstone. It’s a great peaceful spot to enjoy the sunsets and peaceful mornings.
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Mountain Maple Ranch 🍁

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents44 acres ¡ Preston, ID
Learn more about this land: This property offers a pavilion that measures 16x 20, and a picnic table that can seat 10-12 people. We have extended out tent pad to be able to add up to 4 big tents it measures roughly 40x17-18. Please be honest on the amount of guest that are coming. Mostly cause I clean and want to ensure its very clean for the next camper. This tent site is PACK IN PACK OUT. I don’t have city services, If you need trash services please contact me separately to work on a plan. Outhouse is a pit toilet but I make sure it does not stink and is extremely clean. I only have it listed as 1 place so you can have a family reunion or just come as a family. When you come to our place we have an accenting driveway, and a large boulder retaining wall with flowers. This property is a working homestead. We have animals up on the mountain that we would be happy to show you around when you come to visit. Bring your toys, such as bikes, 4 wheelers, and ATVs we have some fun trails close by that go to the back of worm creek basin that goes on for miles of beautiful trails.
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Grand Buffalo RV Resort

2 sites ¡ RVs40 acres ¡ Etna, WY
Experience the best luxury camping near Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Jackson Hole, and Palisades Reservoir in beautiful Star Valley, Wyoming. Grand Buffalo RV Resort is not just a basecamp, it is also a destination. Grand Buffalo RV Resort has breathtaking views and large camping spots. New resort opening May 1, 2024.
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M3 Horse Ranch

3 sites ¡ RVs10 acres ¡ Alpine, WY
Hi Hipcampers! Here is a beautiful 18 acres property in Alpine, Wy. Located 1 hour south of Jackson Hole, Wyoming! Home of Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park. I’m next to Palisades Reservoir, dirt roads for miles and mountains for as for as the eyes can see. There is a adventure rental in Alpine where you can rent side by sides, boats, and outdoor equipment. On site there are dogs and horses.
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The smaller of the two parks in Caribou-Targhee National Forests, Caribou is a welterweight not to be underestimated. Just south of its older brother, this land spans Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho, and is a crucial spot for supporting caribou populations. None of the animals here are bashful: bison, moose, deer, mountain lions, falcons, elk, and even black bears abound! Beautiful to snap shot from a distance.

Just south of the forest, Bear Lake is a fun spot to take a dip after you hike one of Caribou’s dozens of peaks (Mead Peak and Hawks Peak have gorgeous views, as does Big Elk Mountain at the northern tip of the park). At the south end, you’ll find campgrounds, fast flowing creeks, and the Minnetonka Cave at St. Charles Canyon. This is a site to see, but it stays 40 degrees down there all year so be sure to pack a coat, even if you’re sweating above ground. When you’re done, stop in the charming small town of Montpelier, surrounded by rolling hills and full of retro grocers and kitschy eateries. Yum!

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