The best campgrounds near Mountain Home, Idaho with wildlife watching

Looking for a camping experience near Mountain Home, Idaho that's perfect for wildlife watching? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 137 options specifically tailored to your preferences, you'll have plenty of choices to explore. And with prices starting as low as $0 per night, you can find the perfect campsite that fits your budget. Some of the top campsites in the area include Country Camping close to town (181 reviews), Kraay's Market & Garden (90 reviews), and La Breeza Homestead (84 reviews). These sites offer popular amenities such as campfires, potable water, and toilets, along with activities like swimming and surfing. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable wildlife watching adventure!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping experience near Mountain Home, Idaho that's perfect for wildlife watching? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 137 options specifically tailored to your preferences, you'll have plenty of choices to explore. And with prices starting as low as $0 per night, you can find the perfect campsite that fits your budget. Some of the top campsites in the area include Country Camping close to town (181 reviews), Kraay's Market & Garden (90 reviews), and La Breeza Homestead (84 reviews). These sites offer popular amenities such as campfires, potable water, and toilets, along with activities like swimming and surfing. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable wildlife watching adventure!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Hagerman Homebase

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46mi from Mountain Home · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Hagerman, ID

Start your Hagerman adventure at our Hagerman Homebase! Approximately 0.08 acres of private ground with shade trees and a water hook up and close to everything! Bring your trailers or tents and enjoy all Hagerman, Idaho has to offer! Site can accommodate multiple trailers, it does have two RV power hookups equipped with both 30 and 50 amp breakers, but to use both hookups you must pay for the two sites available. There is only once hydrant with city water, with a splitter so it accommodates both RV spots. Location is about 0.8 miles from the center of town where you can enjoy multiple restaurants, shops, coffee shop, wine tasting, bars and the grocery store. Nearby Activities: - Swimming, Kayaking and Paddle Board at Billingsley Creek - Kayaking/Paddle Boarding, Boating on the Snake River (Blue Heart Springs, 1000 Springs, Banbury, Ritter Island, Waterfall Views) - Motorcycle Trails nearby - Banbury Hot Springs - Miracle Hot Springs - 1000 Springs Pool - Hagerman Walking/Biking Path - Box Canyon a short drive away Town houses many rental companies for bikes, kayaks, etc. Pet friendly, however, adjacent pasture frequently has livestock so please be responsible with your animals. Dogs, especially stock dogs will need to stay out, you will be held responsible for injured livestock. Please do not go into pastures or open gates.

2. Sweet Pepper Ranch's Glamping Tent

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48mi from Mountain Home · 1 site · Lodging · Nampa, ID

Sweet Pepper Ranch is a horse ranch nestled between a town and country. We raise mustangs and Quarter Horses and teach the Western discipline of ranch riding. We manage our land in an eco-friendly horse manner--composting/manure management, non-toxic pest control, pasture management with rotational grazing, drought-tolerant native landscaping, mud and dust control, wildlife enhancement, equine enrichment--and more! We also offer farm tours, RV/LQ parking, and horse motel accommodations. Guests are invited to enjoy our solar heated pool, outdoor patios, wireless internet, evening bon fires (weather and time-permitting), horse farm tours (by appointment only, separate fee) and our friendly ranch atmosphere. Coffee and fresh, local bakery pastry included for breakfast, brought warm to your tent at about 7am. Learn more about this land: Sweet Pepper Ranch is a small-scale horse ranch in the high desert of southwestern Idaho. We are nestled in a rural agricultural setting yet close to stores and conveniences. We raise and train horses and work all day to exercise and train our horses as well as run the day-to-day aspects of running a large horse property. Our equestrian facilities include individual paddocks with attached runs (12’ x 52’), automatic waterers, feeders, rubber stall mats, a 200' x 300' outdoor sand arena, a 72’ x 120’ indoor arena, two round pens (one large), numerous trail obstacles, large-scale permanent outdoor obstacles, an outdoor washrack, as well as parking, port-a-potty, arena bleachers, and picnic table areas. Nearby activities abound from visiting rodeos and wineries to trail riding at sunset near waterfalls or hiking painted desert canyons. There are wildlife refuges to visit, hot springs to relax in, wilderness mountains to explore, scenic rivers to raft, railways to travel along--and North America’s largest concentration of breeding raptors to dazzle you. Learn more and see photos at the Sweet Pepper Ranch website or like us on Facebook at Sweet Pepper Ranch. See you down the road!

3. Private backyard oasis

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43mi from Mountain Home · 1 site · RV · Boise, ID

We have a nice private backyard for you to park your self contained camper. Ideal for a self contained campervan. Our space is really only big enough for rigs under 25 feet. We currently have a 23 ft Airstream Flying Cloud parked permanently in the backyard and also rent this out. Let us know if you'll need water, or electric while you are here.

4. Bruneau Dunes State Park

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119 sites · Mountain Home Afb, Idaho

Discover the towering dunes and starry nights at Bruneau Dunes State Park.

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5. Boise National Forest

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653 sites · Lowman, Idaho

You could say Boise National Forest is in the tri-forest area. It is surrounded on all sides by Payette, Salmon-Challis, and Sawtooth National Forests, it is situated conveniently close to both urban fun in Boise, and limitless wilderness adventures everywhere else. Alpine tundra is dotted with evergreen forest in the green rolling hills here, topped with snow, and anchored by sparkling valley waterways. The Payette River is great for rafting, while Banks Beach and Beehive Bend are just some of the prime access points on the forest’s 250 lakes and reservoirs (Arrowrock Reservoir has surprisingly primo salmon fishing for central Idaho). Hikers will find 500 trails, including some that lead to 360-panoramic views at fire lookouts. The ambitious should try 10,000-foot high Trinity Mountain, while more liesurely trekkers will get just as good a view at Silver Creek. As if that’s not all enough to keep you busy, there are also endless mountain biking trails, including a scenic route along Shafer Butte. You’ll have your hands full at this intersection of so many great parks!

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6. Expansive Views of Soldier Mountain

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42mi from Mountain Home · 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.

7. Three Island Crossing State Park

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90 sites · Glenns Ferry, Idaho

Discover the historic charm of Three Island Crossing State Park.

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8. Lucky Peak Lake

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95 sites · Robie Creek, Idaho

As luck would have it Lucky Peak Lake is a hell of a good time in and out of the water for naturalists, adventurers, and those who consider themselves “professional relaxers”. Take to your boat for a day of water skiing or fishing. You’ll be surrounded by lush green foothills, and there’s plenty of trails for hikers, bikers and pony riders to explore these areas. Off-roading is cool too if you want to pick up the pace. Fishing is, well, pretty epic with both the lake and Boise River at your beck and call. Picnic shelters and group camping means you can bring along the whole gang, and with such close proximity to happening Boise, you can spend an evenings out on the town before a sleeping bag adventure under the stars in one of Lucky Peak’s campgrounds. With a space this beautiful and a name this good, you won’t even need to TRY and get lucky, it just comes naturally here.

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9. Sawtooth National Forest

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683 sites · Challis, Idaho

Find four-season outdoor fun in this mountainous landscape.

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Public campgrounds near Mountain Home

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Bruneau Dunes Campground

15mi from Mountain Home · 119 sites · Tents, RVs · in Bruneau Dunes State Park

Tailwaters Campground

20mi from Mountain Home · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in Boise National Forest

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Spillway Campground

20mi from Mountain Home · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in Boise National Forest

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Three Island Crossing Campground

23mi from Mountain Home · 90 sites · Tents, RVs · in Three Island Crossing State Park

Evans Creek Campground

23mi from Mountain Home · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Boise National Forest

Castle Creek Campground

25mi from Mountain Home · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Boise National Forest

Ice Springs Campground

29mi from Mountain Home · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in Boise National Forest

Curlew Creek Campground

29mi from Mountain Home · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Boise National Forest

Pine Campground

30mi from Mountain Home · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · in Boise National Forest

Lucky Peak Lake Access Boat-In Campground

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Lucky Peak Lake Access Boat-In Campground

33mi from Mountain Home · 80 sites · in Lucky Peak Lake

Elks Flat Campground

34mi from Mountain Home · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Boise National Forest

Hunter Creek Transfer Campground

35mi from Mountain Home · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sawtooth National Forest

Stories from the community

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Jay

August 2025

21 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Private backyard oasis

Great private spot with power and water if needed! Nice shady back yard with chairs to hang out in. We had a great walk in the neighborhood. Felt very safe. Pete made us feel very welcome and we will definitely stay here again!

Two comfy twin beds with mattresses and linens along with access to electricity and WiFi make an evening in our Sweet Pepper Ranch Glamping Tent relaxing and convenient.

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Jess

July 2025

1 night at Sweet Pepper Ranch's Glamping Tent

Alayne and Matt are gracious hosts. I really appreciated having a safe, comfortable, and private spot to stay for night. Being around the horses was an added bonus!

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Hillary

July 2025

1 night at Sweet Pepper Ranch's Glamping Tent

Loved my brief stay at the Sweet Pepper Ranch! It was a scorcher of a day but after a quick dip in the pool and shower, the tent was perfect and cozy. When I woke up in the morning, there was fresh coffee and all the fixings waiting for me on the porch - who could ask for more?! Thank you so much for the hospitality and kindness, Alayne!

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GREG

July 2025

35 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hagerman Homebase

Very easy to access with our truck and trailer. A quiet location that is minutes away from downtown Hagerman restaurants and miracle Hot Springs. Thank you, Denise.

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Mika

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Sweet Pepper Ranch's Glamping Tent

Unique spot to rest for the night. Alayne was super welcoming. We enjoyed the pool and the clean bathroom with a nice hot shower.

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Katie

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Sweet Pepper Ranch's Glamping Tent

What an adorable spot!! I had such a nice stay at the Glamping Tent, and Alayna was so communicative and helpful. Can’t wait to come back and spend more time with the animals and the pool!

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Josiah

June 2025

30 ft Class A

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hagerman Homebase

It was beautiful And quiet. Downtown Hagerman is within walking distance.

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Renie

June 2025

19 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hagerman Homebase

We enjoyed all of the nearby springs and historic sights. Niagara Springs and Ritter Island, being just a couple, that we traveled to. Having the Homebase to come to was very convenient. Power, dump site and water available was a plus. Thank you Denise for having us for a long weekend.

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Livia

April 2025

27 ft travel trailer

1 night at Hagerman Homebase

What a beautiful place...stayed there for one night on our way from Washington State to the Zion. Plenty of space for a big rig...we have a 27ft but can definitely accommodate a bigger one since it has plenty of space to turn around. We had water in our trailer already and only used the power but had sewer as well. Was great to wake up to a beautiful view! Denise is a great host!

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Dan

April 2025

18 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Hagerman Homebase

Great farm views, super quiet and great star-gazing.