The best campgrounds near Carey, Idaho with wildlife watching

Looking to immerse yourself in nature and spot some wildlife near Carey, Idaho? Look no further than Country Camping close to town (181 reviews), the charm of Kraay's Market & Garden (90 reviews), or the tranquility of La Breeza Homestead (84 reviews), there's something for everyone. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and potable water, and engage in activities like horseback riding, climbing, and off-roading (OHV). And the best part? Prices start as low as $0 and average about $50 per night. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to immerse yourself in nature and spot some wildlife near Carey, Idaho? Look no further than Country Camping close to town (181 reviews), the charm of Kraay's Market & Garden (90 reviews), or the tranquility of La Breeza Homestead (84 reviews), there's something for everyone. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and potable water, and engage in activities like horseback riding, climbing, and off-roading (OHV). And the best part? Prices start as low as $0 and average about $50 per night. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Kraay's Market & Garden

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15mi from Carey · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Bellevue, ID

The property has so much history. Larry purchased the 16 acres in 1978 as nothing but a field. His dream was to raise Arabian Horses, so that is what the property was set up to do and he did just that, very successfully. We did convert a few acres into a Market Garden a few years ago and started Kraay's Market Garden, you can find us online. We would love to share our place with you!

2. Expansive Views of Soldier Mountain

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50mi from Carey · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Fairfield, ID

Learn more about this land: Pull onto the property and find your favorite spot to pitch a tent or park the RV. Watch out for water, flooding, dry grass, snow and wind! The views are gorgeous, the wildlife is active, and the property is accessible but quiet! 360 degree views of mountains, prairie and the creek right on the property. Gentle winds keep the bugs away during the summer, but can cause blizzard conditions during the winter and fire hazards during the summer/fall. Be advised! Always walk the property before driving on it for best results.

3. Shoshone RV Park

35mi from Carey · 31 sites · Shoshone, ID

Discover the unique charm of Shoshone RV Park, your ideal gateway to the breathtaking Sun Valley and Twin Falls areas. Our campground features 41 full-service RV hookup sites, most of which are pull-through, accommodating RVs up to 70 feet long. For those who prefer a more traditional camping experience, we also provide a designated area for tents. At Shoshone RV Park, we prioritize your comfort with amenities such as an onsite laundromat, clean showers, and restrooms. Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty to enjoy, including hiking, backpacking, stargazing, and fishing. Conveniently located adjacent to the RV park, a convenience store and gas station make it easy to stock up on essentials. Situated in the City of Shoshone, Idaho, our park offers easy access to local restaurants, a bowling alley, a bar, a grocery store, a dollar store, and hardware stores. Whether you're planning a short stay or an extended visit, we look forward to welcoming you soon!

4. Sawtooth National Forest

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683 sites · Challis, Idaho

Find four-season outdoor fun in this mountainous landscape.

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5. Salmon-Challis National Forest

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429 sites · Stanley, Idaho

Idaho oh Idaho. You never disappoint. The Salmon-Challis National Forest represents this flawlessly. Rugged mountains give way to untamed rivers; granite peaks gaze over sapphire alpine lakes; whitewater rafters cascade through rapids; and each day’s quest can lead to a different trail in the epic Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, which happens to be the largest contiguous wilderness area in the continental United States! Rugged and remote, this country offers millions of acres filled with breathtaking views from gravel roads, enough fish to stock your freezer all winter, and groves of cedar trees where you can set up your tent and peer out to the ocean of stars. At night listen to the coyotes call, the owls hoot, and the clink of cans as you toast to this recreational heaven. Idaho of Idaho, you are so much more than just a potato!

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6. Lake Walcott State Park

44 sites · Minidoka, Idaho

Discover Lake Walcott State Park's diverse activities and serene camping.

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Public campgrounds near Carey

Copper Creek Garfield Campground

20mi from Carey · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sawtooth National Forest

Tree pose in Fishpole lake. We were the only campers there!

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Iron Bog Campground

25mi from Carey · 21 sites · Tents, RVs · in Salmon-Challis National Forest

Federal Gulch Campground

27mi from Carey · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sawtooth National Forest

Sawmill Campground

27mi from Carey · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sawtooth National Forest

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Star Hope Campground

30mi from Carey · 21 sites · Tents, RVs · in Salmon-Challis National Forest

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Deer Creek Campground

32mi from Carey · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sawtooth National Forest

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Boundary Campground

34mi from Carey · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sawtooth National Forest

Park Creek Campground

40mi from Carey · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Salmon-Challis National Forest

Phi Kappa Campground

40mi from Carey · 21 sites · Tents, RVs · in Salmon-Challis National Forest

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North Fork Campground

41mi from Carey · 28 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sawtooth National Forest

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Murdock Campground

42mi from Carey · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sawtooth National Forest

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Wood River Campground

42mi from Carey · 31 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sawtooth National Forest

Stories from the community

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Nancy

August 2025

22 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Kraay's Market & Garden

Sweet and simple. Beautiful sunset! Enjoyed to sounds of coyotes and sand hill cranes. Able to have a campfire in the grass pasture and porta-potti was clean! Those are my priorities! Unfortunately, the acreage is no longer a flower or vegetable source, but still the horses…..

Edwin

February 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Kraay's Market & Garden

Great place to stay. We were there in the winter, so it was less open than would normally be the case in the summer, but a nice place to stay with nice peeps. We will be back when traveling that way.