Lake Camping Near Parma, Idaho, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2025

Looking to go camping near Parma, Idaho? Hipcamp has you covered with over 195 options in the area. With an average price per night of $42 and options as low as $23, you're sure to find a campsite that fits your budget. Check out some of the top campsites in the area, like Laughing Horse Ranch - NO TENTS (109 reviews), The Bullock Ranch (52 reviews), and Pondosa, Oregon. Old mill town. (51 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like trash, showers, and potable water, and take part in activities such as visiting historic sites, climbing, and boating. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to go camping near Parma, Idaho? Hipcamp has you covered with over 195 options in the area. With an average price per night of $42 and options as low as $23, you're sure to find a campsite that fits your budget. Check out some of the top campsites in the area, like Laughing Horse Ranch - NO TENTS (109 reviews), The Bullock Ranch (52 reviews), and Pondosa, Oregon. Old mill town. (51 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like trash, showers, and potable water, and take part in activities such as visiting historic sites, climbing, and boating. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Cagle Cove

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11mi from Parma · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Greenleaf, ID

Learn more about this land: Pick your camping spot around a secluded private fish filled pond. Enjoy beautiful sunsets, fishing, swimming, and wildlife watching. Fire rings and picnic tables at each spot. Located near snake river/Sunnyslope wine country, and golf course. 30 to 45 minutes from Boise but feels like you are away from civilization. Pet friendly area and no nearby neighbors. Amazing opportunity to s t a r g a z e. Although there is room for multiple campers, we have limited the reservations to 4 spots. Drug free!

2. Upper Country Paradise Camping

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49mi from Parma · 1 site · Lodging · Midvale, ID

Discover the Ultimate Outdoor Haven: Experience Wilderness Bliss at Our Expansive Campsite in the Heart of Upper Country, Idaho! Nestled on over 30 acres of pristine land, our campsite is perfectly situated next to a serene pond and surrounded by breathtaking mountains. Immerse yourself in nature's embrace while enjoying convenient access to nearby attractions like soothing hot springs, the picturesque Weiser River Trail, and the awe-inspiring wonders of Hells Canyon. Whether you seek thrilling adventures, peaceful relaxation, or a mix of both, our campsite offers it all. Unleash your inner explorer, unwind amidst breathtaking scenery, and create unforgettable memories at our Upper Country Paradise. Description (site overview) Our property is nestled bellow the mountains in the upper country of Idaho close to the small quaint farm towns of Midvale and Cambridge where the nearest stoplight is 30 miles away. Whether you are looking to escape hussell and bussell or have a base camp for your next adventure, you've come to the right place! The campsite is perched up near the large pond about 1000 feet off the main road (which you may see 5 cars a day on or the occasional horseback rider). And not to worry, there is a decent driveway that will bring you within 100 feet of the campsite, a pickup or 4 wheel drive is not required. ! The pond is an oasis for passing ducks and geese and other wildlife. Once you've established yourself enjoy a nice walk around the pond, cast a line off the pedal boat (catch and release), or enjoy a picnic on the island with the ducks and geese. Peace and quiet is all to be had here (other than the occasional bull frog croaking.) But if adventure is what you seek, adventure you will have! Known as the gateway to Hells Canyon, there are many things to do within 5 minutes to 1 hours drive. Drop into Midvale to hit the Weiser River Trail via hiking, horseback, or mountain bike (electric bikes too). Embark on an off road adventure with your UTV/ATV, or motorcycle up the nearby mountains to Sturgill Peak Lookout where you can see 100 miles in every direction. Schedule and excursion in Hells Canyon (deeper than the grand canyon) or take a dip at the local Mundo hot spring. Fishing and floating can be had at the near by Weiser river or boating at Crane Creek Reservoir. Or maybe you're looking for a base camp for hunting season. Again, the recreational possibilities are endless! Bring your supplies and stay at camp or take a short bike ride/drive into town for some food at the Coffee Cabin or a drink at the local tavern. Maybe you forgot something? the Midvale Market has you covered, and they have adult beverages too, open 7 days a week. Midvale also has a nice little park and a local swimming pool. Site guidelines Respect the locals and they will return the favor. We have a great small town community that looks out for one another. You can ride recreational vehicles on most of the local roads if you choose to bring them, just be respectful of the local laws and courteous to the neighbors who live on dirt roads by keeping the dust down when you pass by. No riding off trails/roads, especially on our property! Please bring life jackets or appropriate floatation devices for children who plan to play or swim in the pond. Explore the property and feel free to pick up wood and branches from the ground for the fire pit, but please do not remove or cut down any trees, and keep fires contained in the fire pit and do not burn when it's windy. Bedding is NOT provided at this time. There is a sheet Please bring sleeping bags or desired bedding for the covered queen bed. We also just built a brand new outhouse! We are slowly adding more amenities and plan to build an outdoor shower next. There is an extra tent under the bed for the kiddos or other guests, also a pop up shad for the warm afternoons, it covers the deck nicely.

3. Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort

325mi from Parma · 249 sites · Mount Shasta City, CA

Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort stands out as a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Mt. Shasta and the stunning Shasta Trinity National Forest. Nestled on the southwest side of Lake Siskiyou, this campground provides a unique blend of rustic charm and modern amenities, making it an ideal getaway for families and nature lovers alike. Guests can choose from a variety of accommodations, including cozy rustic tent sites, fully equipped RV sites, retro trailers, and comfortable cabins or houses. The resort is packed with activities to keep everyone entertained, featuring scenic hiking trails, beach rentals, and a thrilling inflatable water park known as the Splash Zone. For those looking to unwind, the Lake Sis Bar & Grille offers delicious dining options. Whether you prefer quiet fishing moments on the dock, quality family time on the lake, or simply relaxing on your cabin deck, Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the beauty of the great outdoors.

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4. Lake Owyhee State Park

48 sites · Adrian, Oregon

You really need a boat to see and appreciate much of the rugged and remote park's geology.

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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. 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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Public campgrounds near Parma

McCormack Campground

19mi from Parma · 24 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Owyhee State Park

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Indian Creek Campground

20mi from Parma · 24 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Owyhee State Park

Shafer Butte Campground

43mi from Parma · 7 sites · in Boise National Forest

Lucky Peak Lake Access Boat-In Campground

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Lucky Peak Lake Access Boat-In Campground

48mi from Parma · 80 sites · in Lucky Peak Lake

Big Eddy Campground

48mi from Parma · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · in Boise National Forest

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Swinging Bridge Campground

49mi from Parma · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · in Boise National Forest

Canyon Creek Campground

50mi from Parma · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Boise National Forest

Stories from the community

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jackie

October 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Cagle Cove

Great spot close to Boise but felt like we were in the country. Grandkids loved playing by the pond. We went in October so water was low in the pond and beach was muddy in places but kids had a ball and mud washes off. We liked The Willows campsite by the willow tree. Loved listening to the little creek that runs behind that site. Driveway to campground has quite a slope but we had no trouble driving our 27’ rv back up. Woke up to see cows in the pasture behind the campground. Also saw two cranes.

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Robert

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Cagle Cove

My son and I spent two days at Cagle Cove, The Aspens site and had a great time. We are definitely going back. It feels very secluded. You hear some birds, occasional cow and some roosters in the morning. The sites are spacious and very clean. The ground is flat with no rocks or roots to worry about, so tent placement is quick and easy. We were in a 3-person tent with a 10x10 canopy and even had room for our Yukon XL. The owners kept a fresh stockpile of firewood they sell for $5 a bundle, and these logs are big, they’re dry and burn quite a long time. If you are looking for a peaceful getaway to recharge, get a good nights rest, cook over a campfire, and see a sky full of stars, this is the place. You can splurge and bring the good steak, because this place is a deal.

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Kristen

October 2025

Tent

With pets

6 nights at Cagle Cove

Great little find close to town! The spots are a little close together mostly because it's so open and some are on the smaller side (we had a hard time fitting our 10 person party tent and our car in our spot out of the road, there are bigger spots we'll pick next time. But it's great if there's only one or two spots taken or it would be wonderful to rent the whole for a family campout. We will definitely be back. It's beautiful and the pond was fun. The boats are a nice touch. They keep it clean and the portapotty is perfect. It's nice having the dog off leash. We were there for a week and Lily only visited one day, she was a nice dog and a lot of fun for the kids that we're there between the two sites, she's definitely a bonus but she does find any food you haven't closed up so keep it packed ;) Just information- there's not much by way of fire making materials to be gathered, they sell logs at a very fair price compared to the local gas stations but you'll have to use fire starters, girl scout water or bring your own tender/kindling.

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The Snack Pack

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Cagle Cove

It's a little difficult to pound tent stakes into the ground due to the ground mostly being rock underneath the wood chips, but we managed it a couple times! The spot is clean and the hosts were nice.

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Melissa

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Upper Country Paradise Camping

The space was super clean and well maintained. It was nice location to hang out in the evening. I think we came a little late in the season for the pond, as it was quite low, but my son still had a bit of fun on the paddle boat. We did head down to Mann Reservoir (15min away), so we could bust out our paddle boards for a bit.

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Laura

September 2025

16 ft car

With pets

1 night at Cagle Cove

What a great little spot! Campsites are just far enough away, each tucked into their own little corner. I stayed in the Aspens and it was lovely. Easy to get to, great communication from the host, literally the cleanest portapotty I have ever seen. Would absolutely recommend, would absolutely stay again.

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Bruce

September 2025

40 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Cagle Cove

Nice pond, nice hosts, reasonable price, clean ports potty!

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Logan's

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Cagle Cove

I took my wife and kids here for a night of camping and let me tell you. My kids had a wonderful time in the canoes in the pond. The camp site was very clean, the porta potty was very clean. It was a very wonderful time having a camp fire and spending quality time with my family. I will definitely be booking again.

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Michael

September 2025

15 ft pop-up camper

1 night at Cagle Cove

We were traveling through Boise late at night and needed a camp site for our pop up camper. This turned out to be a real gem of a find. We camped next to babbling brook (the “Willows” site) with easy access to a pond and portable toilet. Everything was well maintained and the price can’t be beat. Just a few miles off the highway. The owner was very responsive. Highly recommend!

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Madeleine

September 2025

1 night at Upper Country Paradise Camping

This was my second time here and it’s just as clean, quiet, and beautiful as last time. My dog loves the smells and freedom to roam. The place has so many little extras like the solar lights for paths at night that make it even more special. I came to try to learn some night sky photography and it didn’t diss along with stars! I will definitely be back.

J

September 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Cagle Cove

Another great stay! This is the BEST CAMPGROUND! I love falling asleep to the sound of running water. As a single woman traveling alone with small dogs it felt totally safe. Beautiful, relaxing, super clean, an outhouse so you don't have to hall out your poo. I would come back frequently if I didn't live so far away. Seriously stay here it's lovely.

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Sonja

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Upper Country Paradise Camping

Loved it, even in late summer. Sky was breathtaking.

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Maureen

September 2025

19 ft Class C

With pets

1 night at Cagle Cove

I only stayed one night, as I was getting ready to start the BDR with a group. It was the perfect layover. Quiet, safe and had everything you need if you’re a dry camper.

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Stacy

September 2025

With pets

3 nights at Upper Country Paradise Camping

Chris has created a peaceful space. We had to cut our trip short, but will definitely be back to enjoy the quiet, peaceful, wildlife filled oasis that Chris has created. You have the basic amenities you would need or want for a comfortable stay, plus some extras that Chris has so thoughtfully provided, should you need them. We really liked the fact that the closest neighbor is far enough away that we didn’t have to worry about our pup being off leash. Due to us having to cut our trip short, Chris was more than willing to work with us for a future stay, which was not expected in anyway, but GREATLY appreciated. If you are looking for a small town, quiet, peaceful oasis, this is THE spot.

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Hannah

September 2025

1 night at Upper Country Paradise Camping

Had a great time staying at this camp. Loved watching all the frogs at the pond, watching the sunsets and seeing different wildlife. Camp is well stocked and a really lovely place to stay.

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Chunky Marine

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Cagle Cove

Beautiful view and cool setup. This was on someone's private land and was quite and peaceful. The RV was great to use. The dog was so sweet. She did love snacks and did poop in my area but its fine. I love dogs. Other then that is was comfortable and convenient. Had porta potty and a trash can to use was very clean and well maintained.

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April

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Upper Country Paradise Camping

The site is very peaceful and beautiful! Great sunset. Very well stocked.

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Jenny

August 2025

With pets

1 night at Upper Country Paradise Camping