93% (290) • 29 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Idaho
Mountain Top Getaways
1. Mountain Top Getaways
97%
(399)
7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Preston, ID
My Grandfather owned this property for many years.
He dry farmed this land and raised nine children to be hardworking. I visited this property many times to work along side my father and grandfather. I remember horseback riding and building a shed for my grandfathers combine. I recently purchased this property from my grandparents and got to work building my tiny home that my new family lives in.
Learn more about this land:
**New hammock posts on site #4**
These campsites are at the mouth of Cub River Canyon. The views are expansive and beautiful. National forest is only a few minute drive away along with a handful of reservoirs and river access. Come enjoy the views.
These are primitive campsites with no potable water.
There are antique farm implements visible on the property.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$13
/ night
Starlight Retreat Yellowstone
2. Starlight Retreat Yellowstone
97%
(17)
29 sites · Lodging · Island Park, ID
Starlight Retreat sits on 40 stunning acres only 19 minutes from Yellowstone and 2 minutes off hwy 20 with meadows, aspen groves, and a pine forest to explore with miles of trails connecting directly the property, perfect for hiking or mountain biking. Henry's fork is a crystal clear world class fishing river a short walk down the road. Henry's lake, only a few minute drive, is a world famous fishing lake. In every direction you'll find world class hunting and fishing. Crystal clear rivers leading to stunning waterfalls. You are in the heart of what's become known as "sportsman's paradise".
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$163
/ night
Imagine Acres
3. Imagine Acres
83%
(18)
3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Idaho Falls, ID
Come enjoy our small farm in the Ammon foothills! 4 acre property with a stunning view of the skyline! Guests are able to have a farm experience! Interact with horses, cows, and miniature goats and pigs! You’re sure to have a wonderful visit to the farm!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$32
/ night
The Grove - Pizza Oven, Jumbo Tent!
4. The Grove - Pizza Oven, Jumbo Tent!
1 site · Lodging · Athol, ID
Unplug and unwind at our spacious glamping retreat, just 10 minutes from the thrills of Silverwood Theme Park. Nestled in a peaceful natural setting, our extra-large canvas tent offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort.
After a day of adventure, fire up the outdoor pizza oven and enjoy a delicious homemade meal under the stars. Whether you're here for roller coasters or relaxation, this one-of-a-kind experience will leave you refreshed and inspired.
Camper- Please note it is quite old!
-Small kitchen with sink, stove, fridge/freezer
-Booth dining table
-Bathroom with shower
Sleeping Arrangements-
1 queen bed in camper
3 queen beds in canvas tent
Outdoor kitchen-
Prep cart
Flat top grill
Pizza oven
Picnic table with umbrella
What else is included?
- cooking utensils for grill/pizza oven
-tea kettle, French press
- garbage bags
- sheets/quilt bedding, 2 pillows per bed
-propane for bbq, pizza over and fire table **it has been difficult to keep propane tanks full. Please notify us if you run out or propane and we will reimburse you to fill it**
-toilet paper, soaps
-paper towels
What should you bring?
- eating utensils, cups, mugs
-extra warm bedding if desired
-cooler if desired (fridge is small)
- bath and/or beach towels
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from
$128
/ night
Teton View Tent
5. Teton View Tent
100%
(32)
3 sites · Lodging · Tetonia, ID
The Teton View Tent is located in Tetonia, Idaho and has breath taking view of the Tetons.
45minute drive to Rexburg, Idaho
1 hour drive to Jackson Hole, Wyoming
1.5 hours to West Yellowstone, Montana
Inside the tent there is a comfortable king size bed, a mini couch that turns into a pullout sleeping mat that can fit two small children. There are also two sleeping mats that can be used but are short in length so fit a child best. The table seats 4 to play games or work at. Outside is a fire pit and picnic table to enjoy meals outdoors. A hammock is in the trees nearby to lay back and relax. Private porta potty located near the tent.
You may enjoy the tent and the area around it, please do not cross any fences as that is beyond the property line. Please stay within a 30ft raidius of the tent, excluding the side you park on and the walking distance to your vehicle and the bathroom. If you have any questions on areas you are aloud to use please contact the owner.
Toilets
Campfires
from
$212
/ night
Lost Fainting Goat Ranch
6. Lost Fainting Goat Ranch
100%
(12)
1 site · Lodging · Sandpoint, ID
COME AND EXPERIENCE BEAUTIFUL NORTH IDAHO!!!
We are located down a dead-end road, approximately 18 miles from downtown Sandpoint, with all it has to offer, yummy restaurants, Cedar Street Public Market, music concerts, the Bonner County Fair and don't miss City Beach no matter the weather, maybe even take a lake tour. We are 12 miles from The Idaho Club and just 22 miles from Schweitzer and some of the most breathtaking views around. There is always something to do and see on the mountain. Trestle Creek Park on the shore of Lake Pend Oreille, is another of our favorite places and it's only a 16-mile drive through some of the most picturesque areas of the NW. After a fun filled day exploring North Idaho come and relax at The Lost Fainting Goat Ranch, an amusing name for a place we call home. There is a separate private driveway, and you will have the whole camp area to yourselves, yet we aren't far away should a need arise. You may occasionally hear us (4 busy kids, 1 fat cat, 2 friendly dogs, 1 noisy rooster and 11 happy hens yet still no fainting goats) but we want you to feel like you are in your own private sanctuary. We are offering a new furnished bell tent in a secluded area of our private property in the beautiful mountains of Sandpoint Idaho. Our camp area is along a quiet creek that is visited by deer, wild turkey, squirls and even the occasional moose. There are also those less desirable critters that live in nature like insects, and we do try and mitigate those troublemakers with screens, traps, Diatomaceous Earth and other natural means. This area of our property is off grid with a wonderful shower house built from wood milled from our own land, complete with hot water and a compost toilet. We even provide Starlink WiFi and a way to charge cell phones thanks to our solar charged batteries. There is a fire pit, comfy chairs, a beautiful picnic table, again, made from wood from our own land, and a screened in area with cooking supplies. Our family enjoys hosting guests and we enjoy meeting new people. The most common phrase we heard when we first moved here was "Welcome to Idaho!" We hope you love it here as much as we do. When you reserve your time with us, please look for messages regarding directions and check-in instructions, we like to meet everyone to show you around and it gets pretty dark out here in the country and the cell coverage is pretty spotty in our area. We truly want you to have a relaxing experience and good communication helps us serve you better. Thank you!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$72
/ night
Round Mountain Retreat
7. Round Mountain Retreat
100%
(2)
5 sites · Lodging · Naples, ID
A beautiful 55+ acre forest retreat with miles of private hiking trails and a wide variety of amenities exclusively developed and maintained for our guests. Enjoy incredible 360 degree views, outdoor games, custom-designed cabins and luxury canvas tents, and all that nature has to offer in your new home away from home!
Conveniently located about 25 minutes from Sandpoint, near to Schweitzer sky resort, and many other amazing nature destinations in the area!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$80
/ night
Wakeside Lake RV Park
8. Wakeside Lake RV Park
70%
(5)
34 sites · RVs, Lodging · Rexburg, ID
Wakeside Lake RV Park is located near Rexburg, Idaho on a 34-acre lake. It features full hookup campsites that are big rig friendly. The park allows pets, provides free WiFi and cable TV, and has a dump station.
Amenities & Activities
Campsite amenities offered include picnic tables, fire circles, and grills. It also includes basic amenities like newly built restrooms with hot showers and laundry facilities. Visitors can enjoy nearby activities such as paddleboarding, fishing, swimming boating, and kayaking.
Attractions
The campground is close to nearby attractions like:
Yellowstone National Park
St. Anthony Sand Dunes
Yellowstone Bear World
golf courses and shopping destinations
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$38
/ night
Rock Wren Hideway
9. Rock Wren Hideway
100%
(3)
6 sites · Lodging · Elba, ID
READY TO CAMP WITHOUT THE HASSLE?Our staff at Rock Wren Hideaway is here to take care of the details so you can play your heart out! Our campground is an idyllic stretch of southern Idaho and we aim to take care of the necessities so you can be free to experience the gorgeous natural scenery and more fully and deeply connect with your loved ones. Come see why Rock Wren Hideaway is a great place to spend some time away from it all.
Toilets
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
$113
/ night
93% (290) • 29 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Idaho
Mountain Top Getaways
1. Mountain Top Getaways
97%
(399)
7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Preston, ID
My Grandfather owned this property for many years.
He dry farmed this land and raised nine children to be hardworking. I visited this property many times to work along side my father and grandfather. I remember horseback riding and building a shed for my grandfathers combine. I recently purchased this property from my grandparents and got to work building my tiny home that my new family lives in.
Learn more about this land:
**New hammock posts on site #4**
These campsites are at the mouth of Cub River Canyon. The views are expansive and beautiful. National forest is only a few minute drive away along with a handful of reservoirs and river access. Come enjoy the views.
These are primitive campsites with no potable water.
There are antique farm implements visible on the property.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$13
/ night
Starlight Retreat Yellowstone
2. Starlight Retreat Yellowstone
97%
(17)
29 sites · Lodging · Island Park, ID
Starlight Retreat sits on 40 stunning acres only 19 minutes from Yellowstone and 2 minutes off hwy 20 with meadows, aspen groves, and a pine forest to explore with miles of trails connecting directly the property, perfect for hiking or mountain biking. Henry's fork is a crystal clear world class fishing river a short walk down the road. Henry's lake, only a few minute drive, is a world famous fishing lake. In every direction you'll find world class hunting and fishing. Crystal clear rivers leading to stunning waterfalls. You are in the heart of what's become known as "sportsman's paradise".
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$163
/ night
Imagine Acres
3. Imagine Acres
83%
(18)
3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Idaho Falls, ID
Come enjoy our small farm in the Ammon foothills! 4 acre property with a stunning view of the skyline! Guests are able to have a farm experience! Interact with horses, cows, and miniature goats and pigs! You’re sure to have a wonderful visit to the farm!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$32
/ night
The Grove - Pizza Oven, Jumbo Tent!
4. The Grove - Pizza Oven, Jumbo Tent!
1 site · Lodging · Athol, ID
Unplug and unwind at our spacious glamping retreat, just 10 minutes from the thrills of Silverwood Theme Park. Nestled in a peaceful natural setting, our extra-large canvas tent offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort.
After a day of adventure, fire up the outdoor pizza oven and enjoy a delicious homemade meal under the stars. Whether you're here for roller coasters or relaxation, this one-of-a-kind experience will leave you refreshed and inspired.
Camper- Please note it is quite old!
-Small kitchen with sink, stove, fridge/freezer
-Booth dining table
-Bathroom with shower
Sleeping Arrangements-
1 queen bed in camper
3 queen beds in canvas tent
Outdoor kitchen-
Prep cart
Flat top grill
Pizza oven
Picnic table with umbrella
What else is included?
- cooking utensils for grill/pizza oven
-tea kettle, French press
- garbage bags
- sheets/quilt bedding, 2 pillows per bed
-propane for bbq, pizza over and fire table **it has been difficult to keep propane tanks full. Please notify us if you run out or propane and we will reimburse you to fill it**
-toilet paper, soaps
-paper towels
What should you bring?
- eating utensils, cups, mugs
-extra warm bedding if desired
-cooler if desired (fridge is small)
- bath and/or beach towels
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from
$128
/ night
Teton View Tent
5. Teton View Tent
100%
(32)
3 sites · Lodging · Tetonia, ID
The Teton View Tent is located in Tetonia, Idaho and has breath taking view of the Tetons.
45minute drive to Rexburg, Idaho
1 hour drive to Jackson Hole, Wyoming
1.5 hours to West Yellowstone, Montana
Inside the tent there is a comfortable king size bed, a mini couch that turns into a pullout sleeping mat that can fit two small children. There are also two sleeping mats that can be used but are short in length so fit a child best. The table seats 4 to play games or work at. Outside is a fire pit and picnic table to enjoy meals outdoors. A hammock is in the trees nearby to lay back and relax. Private porta potty located near the tent.
You may enjoy the tent and the area around it, please do not cross any fences as that is beyond the property line. Please stay within a 30ft raidius of the tent, excluding the side you park on and the walking distance to your vehicle and the bathroom. If you have any questions on areas you are aloud to use please contact the owner.
Toilets
Campfires
from
$212
/ night
Lost Fainting Goat Ranch
6. Lost Fainting Goat Ranch
100%
(12)
1 site · Lodging · Sandpoint, ID
COME AND EXPERIENCE BEAUTIFUL NORTH IDAHO!!!
We are located down a dead-end road, approximately 18 miles from downtown Sandpoint, with all it has to offer, yummy restaurants, Cedar Street Public Market, music concerts, the Bonner County Fair and don't miss City Beach no matter the weather, maybe even take a lake tour. We are 12 miles from The Idaho Club and just 22 miles from Schweitzer and some of the most breathtaking views around. There is always something to do and see on the mountain. Trestle Creek Park on the shore of Lake Pend Oreille, is another of our favorite places and it's only a 16-mile drive through some of the most picturesque areas of the NW. After a fun filled day exploring North Idaho come and relax at The Lost Fainting Goat Ranch, an amusing name for a place we call home. There is a separate private driveway, and you will have the whole camp area to yourselves, yet we aren't far away should a need arise. You may occasionally hear us (4 busy kids, 1 fat cat, 2 friendly dogs, 1 noisy rooster and 11 happy hens yet still no fainting goats) but we want you to feel like you are in your own private sanctuary. We are offering a new furnished bell tent in a secluded area of our private property in the beautiful mountains of Sandpoint Idaho. Our camp area is along a quiet creek that is visited by deer, wild turkey, squirls and even the occasional moose. There are also those less desirable critters that live in nature like insects, and we do try and mitigate those troublemakers with screens, traps, Diatomaceous Earth and other natural means. This area of our property is off grid with a wonderful shower house built from wood milled from our own land, complete with hot water and a compost toilet. We even provide Starlink WiFi and a way to charge cell phones thanks to our solar charged batteries. There is a fire pit, comfy chairs, a beautiful picnic table, again, made from wood from our own land, and a screened in area with cooking supplies. Our family enjoys hosting guests and we enjoy meeting new people. The most common phrase we heard when we first moved here was "Welcome to Idaho!" We hope you love it here as much as we do. When you reserve your time with us, please look for messages regarding directions and check-in instructions, we like to meet everyone to show you around and it gets pretty dark out here in the country and the cell coverage is pretty spotty in our area. We truly want you to have a relaxing experience and good communication helps us serve you better. Thank you!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$72
/ night
Round Mountain Retreat
7. Round Mountain Retreat
100%
(2)
5 sites · Lodging · Naples, ID
A beautiful 55+ acre forest retreat with miles of private hiking trails and a wide variety of amenities exclusively developed and maintained for our guests. Enjoy incredible 360 degree views, outdoor games, custom-designed cabins and luxury canvas tents, and all that nature has to offer in your new home away from home!
Conveniently located about 25 minutes from Sandpoint, near to Schweitzer sky resort, and many other amazing nature destinations in the area!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$80
/ night
Wakeside Lake RV Park
8. Wakeside Lake RV Park
70%
(5)
34 sites · RVs, Lodging · Rexburg, ID
Wakeside Lake RV Park is located near Rexburg, Idaho on a 34-acre lake. It features full hookup campsites that are big rig friendly. The park allows pets, provides free WiFi and cable TV, and has a dump station.
Amenities & Activities
Campsite amenities offered include picnic tables, fire circles, and grills. It also includes basic amenities like newly built restrooms with hot showers and laundry facilities. Visitors can enjoy nearby activities such as paddleboarding, fishing, swimming boating, and kayaking.
Attractions
The campground is close to nearby attractions like:
Yellowstone National Park
St. Anthony Sand Dunes
Yellowstone Bear World
golf courses and shopping destinations
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$38
/ night
Rock Wren Hideway
9. Rock Wren Hideway
100%
(3)
6 sites · Lodging · Elba, ID
READY TO CAMP WITHOUT THE HASSLE?Our staff at Rock Wren Hideaway is here to take care of the details so you can play your heart out! Our campground is an idyllic stretch of southern Idaho and we aim to take care of the necessities so you can be free to experience the gorgeous natural scenery and more fully and deeply connect with your loved ones. Come see why Rock Wren Hideaway is a great place to spend some time away from it all.
Toilets
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
$113
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Lisa
October 2025
With kids
Rock Wren is absolutely beautiful! The tent feels luxurious with lots of personal touches to help guests feel comfortable. The night we spent was really cold, and the hosts provided extra blankets. We were super cozy. Would love to come back!
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Ingrid
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Starlight Retreat Yellowstone
Absolutely loved our beautiful glampsite on the way to Yellowstone National Park! Didn’t know it came with great perks like the welcome center, friendly staff, towels for showering, a community fire pit, a map, etc! Sure it can be colder at night with the high altitude but I slept very comfortably with the fuzzy blankets provided. It was such an aesthetic way to camp and I will never go back to regular camping LOL. Very responsive and friendly host, and super helpful and chill staff! One guy even gave me his personal floss when I had an “floss emergency” lol. Absolutely loved it here! 1000000/10 would stay again and bring more friends :)
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Lea
September 2025
With pets
We had a great stay at Chris and Michal's place! It was the perfect mix of luxury (good tent, great kitchen set up, hot water) and camping (on a sweet little creek, very private). Our hosts were also very attentive and helpful and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and welcome.
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Abigail
September 2025
With kids
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Chris and Michal’s campsite! They have loaded it with everything you could need, plus a ton of extras, to make for the best camping experience. The location was perfect and just what we were looking for- close enough to town and the lake, but far enough to see the starts at night and listen to nature. 10/10 experience and I hope we can visit again!
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Dede
August 2025
Group trip
Such a beautiful place to stay! The beds are comfy, the view is amazing! Owners were very responsive. I would definitely stay here again.
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Sarah
August 2025
With pets
This site was just so awesome and beautiful. we loved exploring and finding cute frogs in the creek. Hosts were amazing and provide an awesome atmosphere and supplies for convenience of not having to pack all the camping gear. Thank you Chris and Michal.
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Odelia
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Lost Fainting Goat Ranch
Chris and Michal were such great hosts! We had a wonderful, peaceful time. They have everything from cooking supplies to a warm outdoor shower. The surrounding area is beautiful as well with many swimming places and yummy food. I would absolutely recommend this place and can’t wait to come back!
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Arun
July 2025
With kids
The tent itself was spacious, beautifully decorated, and incredibly comfortable. It had a plush king-size bed, soft rugs, elegant lighting
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Stephy Susan
July 2025
With kids
Very clean spacious tent and amazing comfy king size bed decorated with lots of extra pillows, throws and blankets. We slept like a baby. Beautiful view with swing, fire pit. Highly recommended if you are travelling with kids. Toilets were also clean.
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Javier
July 2025
With kids
Chris and Michal’s were the best host ever. Both are amazing with communication and they were making sure we had the best time of our life. We will be back for sure the place was amazing.
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Emily
July 2025
With kids
It as such a beautiful place to get away to for the weekend. Close yet not too close to the city and the surrounding ranches were gorgeous. Highly recommend coming to this place if you want to get away and being in the quiet countryside and woods area.
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Victor
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Starlight Retreat Yellowstone
Fun place to stay. Hosts were great. Facilities were clean
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Lyssa
July 2025
1 night at Lost Fainting Goat Ranch
We had such a lovely stay at Chris and Michal's yurt! Michal met us on arrival and provided all the info and supplies we needed; she was such a warm, communicative, helpful, generous host! The site had everything we needed for an impromptu glamping stay on our trip to Idaho: all cooking supplies (and even some treats!), a shower/bathroom outhouse (with nice hot water), a cozy yurt with comfy bed, and even a roaring fire already started! We had a magical night under the twinkly lights, making s'mores, star gazing, and soaking up the beautiful Idaho wilderness. The site is only 30 minutes from downtown Sandpoint, but wonderfully secluded (though close to our hosts if we needed anything). We highly recommend enjoying Chris and Michal's wonderful site and hospitality!
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Jerry
July 2025
1 night at Starlight Retreat Yellowstone
Great place to be a bit more comfortable on a long road trip.
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Natalie
July 2025
With pets
Chris and Michal were excellent hosts! We had a great time! The spot was exactly as described and was just what we wanted for a peaceful get away in the great outdoors! Would recommend :)
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Kourtney
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Lost Fainting Goat Ranch
What a wonderful hidden gem this was where we were able to unplug and enjoy nature with a fully set up Oasis in the woods!
Chris & Michal truly thought of everything down to the smallest details with every necessity you could possibly need when experiencing the outdoors! The Yurt with a fully made bed, end tables, WiFi, cute accent rugs, touch lamps, an outdoor bathroom/shower combo, towels,, campfire area and beautiful lights strung throughout each of the areas designated for every element you’d expect to find when camping…and that doesn’t even begin to cover all the personal touches!
If you are looking for a place to reset from life’s busyness, this is the perfect place to escape away to!
This will now be an annual destination for us, and can’t wait to return!
Chris & Michal are absolutely amazing, kind and caring people who go great lengths to ensure your experience is everything you wish it to be!
To you both, thank you so much for the gift it was to get to know you and to allow us this much needed reset from life! You have created a beautiful ambiance and experience that I know many will enjoy for years to come!
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Alex
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Teton View Tent
The tent was such a beautiful getaway and Clinton gave us great hike recommendations in the area outside of the park. The drive to the Tetons is over an hour away but it is so beautiful it goes by super quickly! Tetonia is super cute as well and has everything you need.
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Marcia
June 2025
Group trip
Enjoyed the s’mores and camaraderie with the other campers. Even though it was a bit chilly, (41 degrees in late June) the “glamping” experience was unique for two senior adults and two teenage girls!
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Becky
June 2025
With kids
The bell tents were so very cute and cozy! We loved the solar charging and lights! The beds were extremely comfy! The staff at Starlight and so kind and easy to talk to and they were helpful and outgoing! We enjoyed relaxing by the community fire and playing the yard games. The wild flowers, everywhere were gorgeous! We absolutely loved our stay here and will recommend Starlight Retreat to others.
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The best bell tents in Idaho guide
Where to go
The Idaho Panhandle
Between Washington and Montana and stretching up to Canada’s border, this forested region is ideal for winter skiing and snowboarding, plus hiking, biking, and kayaking in warmer months. Highlights include Nez Perce National Historic Park and Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, where the Pandhandle rivers are particularly beloved by whitewater rafters. Popular camping areas include Priest Lake State Park, Heyburn State Park, and Farragut State Park, and you can also find campgrounds on the Banks of Lake Pend Oreille and Lake Coeur d'Alene.
Southwest Idaho
On the border of Oregon, southwestern Idaho features lots of outdoor and cultural attractions, plus plenty of wineries and breweries. Boise, the state’s capital, is here and despite its small size, the fast-growing city has great museums and restaurants. Popular getaways from the city include Payette National Forest, Boise National Forest, Ponderosa State Park, Lake Cascade State Park, and Bruneau Dunes State Park.
Central Idaho
Characterized by alpine landscapes and crystalline lakes, central Idaho is as known for its summertime hiking as it is for its ski resorts, including the world-famous Sun Valley. Some of the best camping spots in the region include Redfish Lake in Sawtooth National Forest, Craters of the Moon National Monument, and the City of Rocks National Reserve.
Eastern Idaho
The gateway to Yellowstone National Park, eastern Idaho is chock-full of outdoor fun, from fishing on the Snake River's South Fork to cruising down the country's longest Main Street in Island Park. Summer is great for hiking and biking, while winter brings opportunities to ski and snowmobile against the backdrop of the Tetons. The region is also home to a handful of hot springs, the most famous of which is the odorless Lava Hot Springs.
When to go
The weather is an essential factor when it comes to camping. Idaho's climate is generally semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. The peak season for camping in Idaho is from June to August, during which campgrounds can be crowded, and reservations may be required. If the campsite is at a high elevation, it may be more suitable to visit during the late spring or summer months when the snow has melted. The best time to go camping in Idaho is during the summer months, preferably in May or September for a more peaceful experience.
Know before you go
- Research your camping options: Idaho offers a wide range of camping options, from primitive campsites to RV parks. Research your options ahead of time to find a spot that fits your needs and preferences.
- Plan for the weather: Idaho's weather can be unpredictable, so make sure you pack accordingly. Bring warm clothing for chilly nights and rain gear in case of storms.
- Prepare for wildlife encounters: Idaho is home to a variety of wildlife, including bears and mountain lions. Make sure you know how to store your food and garbage properly to avoid attracting unwanted visitors.
- Follow Leave No Trace principles: When camping in Idaho (or anywhere else), it's important to follow the Leave No Trace principles. This means packing out all of your trash, staying on established trails, and leaving natural features undisturbed.
- Respect other campers: Finally, be respectful of other campers in the area. Keep noise levels down, and avoid wandering into other campsites uninvited.