96% (1.2K) • 81 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Rathdrum
Phoenix Rising Ranch
1. Phoenix Rising Ranch
96%
(67)
25mi from Rathdrum · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This is a very private and quiet place, more of a sanctuary and not a party place. The only thing you hear is nature, a breeze through the pine trees, the birds, and the creek.
This property was and is an organic permaculture farm in the forest. There are two orchards and an organic garden. The water is from a spring. The La Luna cabin is no longer off grid, but if the power does go out, it's a great place to be.. Hot Showers at my cabins are private and outdoors. There's nothing more wonderful than a hot spring-fed shower. The toilets are composting. (No water is wasted here)!
Two of the cabins were built from the trees on the property by the first family that lived here in the earlier 1900s. The Birds Nest cabin was originally a tool shed that needed a LOT of Love to be in the condition that it is today. It does have power, running water and wi-fi.
There is the option to take an acrylic painting class, banjo, guitar or fiddle lessons, paddleboard lessons, and have a real old-timey campfire with a glass of wine or two with live music performed by our famous Fiddlin Red on the fiddle, banjo, and guitar. Your experience here may change your life forever!
We haven't added all the experiential options yet, so if there is something you are interested in please inquire.
Every year we make it more and more magical and interesting.
It's four miles up a county-maintained dirt road and one mile to a non-motorized lake.
I can't see my neighbors, but they are awesome artists and musicians and some of them are off the grid!
If you're bringing a pet, they must be on a leash and be quiet pets. If you are bringing a child they also need to be quiet and respectful. I want to keep my neighbors and my other guests happy with a peaceful atmosphere. Thank you!
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Riverview Woodland Retreat - CDA
2. Riverview Woodland Retreat - CDA
96%
(85)
7.4mi from Rathdrum · 1 site · RV
Wake up to picturesque views of the beautiful Spokane river and Rathdrum mountains, while staying only 15 minutes from both downtown Coeur D Alene and Post Falls. Our secondary lot offers a scenic plot, removed from town but within easy driving distance of local activities and restaurants. You will park next to our shop, which offers privacy from the road, but please take note of its placement in our photos to ensure that will work for your stay. The main property and home are next door, and we are easily reachable if you need anything during your visit.
We offer year round electrical hook-ups, and fresh water in Spring, Summer and Fall (the pipes are winterized from approximately the end of October-March, depending on the snow season). While there is only 1 electrical hook-up, there is space for an additional vehicle, and options for parking locations if electrical is not required. During your stay, keep an eye out for our neighborhood moose family, our year-round bald eagles, and our many deer, quail, and turkey friends.
Winter camping is available, but please note that we can receive large amounts of snow.
Please reach out with any questions!
Quick references -
5 miles to downtown Coeur D Alene
7 miles to Post Falls
4 miles to the nearest boat launch (Blackwell Island Recreation Area)
NO RIVER ACCESS! But beautiful views abound :)
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$55
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Parkside Mountain Ranch
3. Parkside Mountain Ranch
96%
(53)
32mi from Rathdrum · 31 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Private Exclusive Campsites is what we will provide for you while staying with us!
Parkside Mountain Ranch provides private camping on a 450 acre mountain with trails for any type of adventure.
PMR has a variety of camping experiences you can pick from to accommodate while camping with us. Have a family get together, a business retreat, trail ride your horse with your barn buddies, send us a message and let us know what you would like and we will make your camping just the way you want it to be.
Heyburn State Park Rocky Point is less than a mile away. Hipcampers can enjoy the Lake Chatcolet which offers a beach, marina, and a boat launch. Heyburn State Park South Side entrance is located on the same road as PMR. PMR will have sites with over night horse stalls too. Sooo bring your horse camping with you!
We want to provide you with beautiful views and private rustic camping!
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$35
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Farragut State Park
4. Farragut State Park
80%
(5)
248 sites · Athol, Idaho
A northern Idaho camping spot known for hiking, mountain biking, and watersports.
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Coeur d'Alene Field Office
5. Coeur d'Alene Field Office
84 sites · Coeur D'alene, Idaho
Start your day at Coeur d’Alene Field Office with a jaunt down the scenic byway where every twist and turn will prove why locals call this spot “gem of the north”. Hike along Mineral Ridge or step into the stunning St. Joe river for some of the raddest salmon and trout fishing...ever. You can even boat in to your campsite at places like Popcorn Island. Backcountry camping is prime here. It's a chance to beat the crowds, see the best of the Coeur d’ Alene mountains, and you aren’t going to want to forget that camera. If you travel here in the winter, you'll see the insanely cool bald eagle migration. Every stretch of these lands is filled with a chance to discover the best of Idaho’s untouched wilderness; bring yourself or bring your posse, either way it’s a guaranteed gem to add to the list!
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Clark Fork Riverfront
6. Clark Fork Riverfront
41mi from Rathdrum · 1 site · RV
Beautiful Clark Fork Riverside RV Trailer Camper full hook ups 110/220v , water and septic available on my property. I have 1 hookup site available for rent 2 night minimum stay. Property has a shared dock for your boat, kayak, jetskies or other water toys. Or just to fish off for rainbow, brown trout and walleye. Located 2 miles outside the small town of Clark Fork. It is located 1/4 quarter mile from active train railway so they do run at night if you are a light sleeper. Cell Phone reception is spotty for most networks. Verizon network is the best one in the area with reliable reception at the property. Approximately 4 miles downriver to Lake Pend Oreille
Welcome to your perfect retreat in the heart of Clark Fork, Idaho—a hidden gem for adventurers seeking tranquility and authentic local charm. Park your RV, trailer, or camper van on our spacious private land, where you’re not just a guest, but part of our community.
Why Choose Clark Fork?
Clark Fork is your gateway to adventure, offering the best of nature’s beauty. Surrounded by majestic mountains and pristine forests, it’s a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy hiking, fishing, and exploring the breathtaking Cabinet Mountains Wilderness and Lake Pend Oreille. Every season paints a stunning backdrop for your travels.
🌼 Wildlife Wonders: Experience the serene beauty of Idaho’s local wildlife.
This is more than a stopover—it’s a slice of a traveler’s dream. Relax under the Idaho stars, enjoy the comforts of full hookups, and connect with a friendly community eager to share local insights and enhance your journey with authentic experiences.
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Willow Creek Retreat
7. Willow Creek Retreat
97%
(809)
36mi from Rathdrum · 171 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
*Returning Guests please message me for a discount.* Willow Creek Retreat is a private nature retreat situated on a farmstead on the West Plains of Spokane County, conveniently located 5 minutes from the Spokane International Airport. Situated on 20 acres with abundant trees and a year round creek dappled
with wildflowers. Boasting shaded camp sites, abundant bird songs and bird watching opportunities including blue heron, hawks, great horned owl, quail, ducks, turkeys, pheasants, and creek full of frogs for the kids to catch and friendly horses to watch. Each evening, listen to the coyotes howl, the owls hoot, crickets chirp, frogs croak (in spring/early summer) and the gentle ambling of the occasional short train that crosses the track on the nearby spur. Willow Creek Retreat is a great place for a camp reunion, families wanting to get their kids into nature, fall bird hunting or a romantic country get away.
For property videos and current photos check us out on Instagram #willowcreekretreat @willow.creek.retreat.farmstay
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Turnipseed Creek Campsites
8. Turnipseed Creek Campsites
95%
(47)
36mi from Rathdrum · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Our property is located on 7 forested acres a few miles from Sandpoint. We have a few different houses on the property where parts of my family live. There are 3 rental spots that are all creek side and next to each other. You can wade in the shallow creek, swim in the pond, enjoy a walk up the road or camp area and just enjoy your camp spot surrounded by the forest and creek. There are also many trails and adventures within a 15 min drive of the property.
We have a few dogs that live on property and like to come say hi to the campers and play fetch. The dogs are all friendly, but we ask that any guests bringing their own dogs please keep them on a leash as we do not know how they would all interact each other or local wildlife.
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St Joe Escape
9. St Joe Escape
91%
(38)
41mi from Rathdrum · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Check out this beautiful camping spot with private, direct access to the St Joe River just a short drive from St Maries, ID.
You won't want to miss the sunrise and sunset from this camp. Boondocking at its best!
Open grassy areas for camping and games. Perfect area for kayaking, paddle boards and fishing.
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Lake Pend Oreille
10. Lake Pend Oreille
100%
(6)
111 sites · East Hope, Idaho
A huge lake surrounded by mountains can mean only one thing: lots of fun!
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Idaho Panhandle National Forests
11. Idaho Panhandle National Forests
89%
(37)
546 sites · Clark Fork, Idaho
It doesn’t get much prettier than the Idaho panhandle. Situated between Big Sky Country of Montana and the vibrant evergreen fields of Washington (which seriously look Photoshopped to the naked eye), this forest holds more than half the state’s surface waters, and wilderness vibes are guaranteed by the deer, elk, bear, caribou, and wolf populations who call this spot home. Moist maritime air comes in from the Pacific coast, and historic cabins dot the landscape. Near Spokane and the border can get busy on the weekends, but with this much acreage you can always find seclusion here. Make sure to check out at least a portion of the bikeable and walkable Hiawatha Trail—weaving 15 miles through tunnels and across high steel trestles in the Bitterroot Mountains, it’s been called one of the most scenic stretches of railroad in the country.
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Riverside State Park
12. Riverside State Park
100%
(3)
92 sites · Town And Country, Washington
Discover the natural splendor of Riverside State Park.
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Colville National Forest
13. Colville National Forest
56%
(9)
680 sites · Ione, Washington
Shaped by behemoth glaciers that carved out the land over 10,000 years ago, Colville National Forest is a gorgeous treasure spanning 1.1 million acres (props to President Theodore Roosevelt for saving it). The lands include a number of geographic features including the Kettle River, upper reach of the Columbia River and the Selkirk mountain range, which is considered to be at the foothills of the Rockies.
Residents (including several Native American tribes) and visitors enjoy camping, nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, mountain biking, lakes, rivers and some too legit to quit wildlife including grizzly bears, cougars, bald eagles and the last remaining herd of caribou in the US. That was almost starting to sound like an indie music festival lineup! Did we mention it’s an inspiring place? So much so that close to a million smackeroos was recently rewarded for continued restoration projects.
Check the forest website for alerts and advisories.
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Under the Cedars
14. Under the Cedars
100%
(228)
29mi from Rathdrum · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
There are mountains, wetlands, meadows and forest land right in our back yard where we often see wildlife that call our area home. Elk, deer, turkeys, geese, ducks. rabbits, squirrels and the occasional cougar or bear. At any time, one critter or another will stroll through and check out our guests. We don't have a view of the river but it's nearby and our meadows and mountains offer a peaceful scene all its own. Camp surrounded by Old Growth Cedars and towering Grand Fir, stargaze by night, enjoy a campfire, smores and time with your family, Our peace includes little to no cellular service and don't offer internet or satellite tv. Feels like we're in the country but we live on a paved county road and only 4 miles from the city of Priest River.
Bring your boat for a trip on the Pend Oreille River to Lake Pend Oreille. Launching is a short distance away at the Mud Hole, Priest River City Beach or Riley Creek Campground. Try your hand at fishing for bass, kokanee, perch, northern pike, and trout in the river or on the lake. Wake up in a peaceful woodsy setting where elk, deer, the occasional moose and turkeys roam the property and are often seen in the meadow.
Load up your ATV, side by side or motorcycle and head for Priest Lake right from here. It’s a 21 mile (40 minute ride) to Coolin, ID. Enjoy the back county and take some of the IDL roads along the way to explore scenic drainages and in July/August pick some luscious huckleberries (the state fruit of Idaho) for a pancake or milkshake treat. In the fall, a nice central location for hunting camp. Want to go skiing or enjoy the summer lift ride? Head up to Schweitzer Mountain, about an hour drive away (38 miles/65 mins). The city of Sandpoint and Lake Pend Oreille (Idaho's largest lake) are a half hour away (26 miles/33 mins) and Silverwood Theme Park in Athol, ID less than an hour away (36 miles/52 min).
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Mike and Brenda's getaway
15. Mike and Brenda's getaway
99%
(207)
26mi from Rathdrum · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Our campground is part of our working farm. We have a permanent wetland conservation easement on 400 acres of our farm that provides habitat for all manor of wildlife. Bring your camera and a pare of binoculars. Cell phone service in our area is VERY limited.
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Camp Cameo
16. Camp Cameo
97%
(17)
39mi from Rathdrum · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
20 acres with a year round creek. Borders a wildlife preserve and state timberland as well as Deer Lake wetlands. This property has secondary access to deer lake resort for a day fee with a public swimming area and store.
Mosquitoes are active seasonally so plan accordingly!
ON the lake near the wetlands with seemingly Endless hiking, biking, walking and exploring with a true serene nature experience.
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Maverick Mountain Home
17. Maverick Mountain Home
99%
(72)
43mi from Rathdrum · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Maverick Mountain Home is perched on a mountainside several hundred feet above picturesque Trestle Creek, a protected Kokanee Salmon and Bull Trout spawning habitat, two short but gorgeous miles up the road from Lake Pend Oreille. Our property is hidden within an epic cedar, fir and pine forest, bracketed by the Kaniksu National Forest to the east and conservation land to the west.
SPRING/SUMMER/FALL:
Spend the afternoon at the Trestle Creek on the eastern shore of Lake Pend Oreille, only two miles down the road (just off Highway 200), where you can launch your boat, swim at the beach, or paddle along the shore in your kayak or SUP.
Or, take an adventurous backcountry drive up Trestle Creek Road into the mountains of the Kaniksu National Forest where you can check out Lunch Peak Lookout, hike miles of pristine trails to one of the three nearby mountain lakes, explore several waterfalls, or drive the entire 35 mile backcountry loop down to the town of Clark Fork.
If quiet rest is what you seek, find a secluded spot next to one of creeks where you can hang a hammock and listen for that still small voice. Or read a book until the peaceful whispers of flowing water and breeze through the trees lulls you to sleep.
You'll be in for a special treat if you book your site during the annual Kokanee Salmon spawning season! The salmon run usually starts during the last week in August or first week in September and lasts through late September. There are a multitude of viewing locations along Trestle Creek to witness this yearly miracle and snap some amazing photos!
WINTER:
Bring your snow machines and take advantage of sled in/sled out access from your campsite to the Trestle Creek loop system, boasting spectacular backcountry terrain with 50+ miles of groomed trails and hundreds of thousands of off-trail acres to explore! On-site trailer parking adjacent to the road is available.
If skiing is your thing, Schweitzer Mountain Ski Resort is an easy (and gorgeous) 45 minute commute. Don't tell anyone, but Schweitzer Mountain is an absolute gem of a ski resort with 2,900 acres of gorgeous skiing terrain (and epic views) for all ages and skill levels. Our family spends a good bit of time skiing here.
Winter Driveway Access: a 4-wheel/all-wheel drive vehicle is required to climb our driveway during winter conditions.
OUR STORY:
We (Tim and Molly) spent 14 years raising our young family in the desert heat of north Phoenix. Every summer we went dispersed camping as many weekends as possible with our four (now five) children in the backcountry mountain ranges of northern Arizona. We watched our family grow stronger together and sibling relationships flourish as the mental and emotional grime of the city grind was slowly washed from our souls during idle morning hangouts, afternoon hiking adventures and evening stories and laughs around the campfire.
We had a particularly amazing mountaintop experience in 2014 backcountry camping over Labor Day Weekend where we felt a strong calling to share with others the blessings we were experiencing. Our hearts were impressed with a desire to host a place in the "wilderness" where people and families could escape and unwind from the noise and pace of city life for a few days and maybe even have a mountaintop experience of their own.
After several years of waiting for the right timing, we started exploring and found this place in January 2019. By April we had sold our home in Phoenix and moved our family 2,000 miles north to this 27 acre property on a mountain of Hope. We named it Maverick Mountain Home, which captures our love of the wilderness, our mission to care for the lost, and our desire to be unbranded by the world.
Upon landing here we immediately got to work preparing. We've spent the last five years working on hundreds of different projects, including: rehabilitating our driveway, beginning a long-term whole-house remodel, building a chicken coop, maintaining our driveway, fencing in a new orchard, chicken yard, and pig yard, planting trees, replacing a spring house, maintaining our driveway, installing underground infrastructure for future guest facilities, clearing trails, milling lumber, and maintaining our driveway.
In 2024 we dedicated a good portion of April and May to preparing our first HipCamp site, Living Water, which went live on our wedding anniversary at the end of May. We added our second site, Boondock Butte in July with plans for several more sites in coming years. Since the first booking on our opening weekend we've watched as that line from "Field of Dreams" came true in our "backyard" - we built it and they started coming.
Welcome to Maverick Mountain Home, Intrepid Camper! It is a huge blessing for us to share this amazing place with you.
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Waterfront Adventures
18. Waterfront Adventures
96%
(62)
29mi from Rathdrum · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful far reaching southern views, shallow warm water, boat into Sandpoint.
Week days 10% discount.
Kayaks are available for use in the bay.
Hiking and biking, stargazing, kite flying, cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
Ski/snowboard at Schweitzer only 45 min drive to the mountain.
Boat launch 2 miles away. A couple of mooring balls available, ask on availability. Shallow, soft, clay bottom.
Two sandy beaches shared with Hipcampers and family.
We have 4 kids. The beach with the dock between site 1 and 2 is also used by our family as well. Our place is a relaxed atmosphere and we enjoy meeting new campers visiting us. We do this because we enjoy sharing our space with others.
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Sacred Cedars
19. Sacred Cedars
100%
(9)
34mi from Rathdrum · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Sacred Cedars is home to the Sacred Cedars Wilderness School. The property is roughly 13 acres with 4 different eco-systems to explore. At the heart of the property is an ancient grove of Cedar trees, hence the name, Sacred Cedars. Sleep under the boughs of the mystical cedars. Gaze at the wetland area for a cool soothing place to chill.
Sacred Cedars is raw land, and completely off-grid. We provide tent and hammock camping spots, with 2 canvas tent glamping spots.
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Birch Forest Farm
20. Birch Forest Farm
91%
(11)
44mi from Rathdrum · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
HUNTING SEASON BASE CAMP!! This campsite is about 20 minutes drive from Sandpoint, ID. perched on the mountainside overlooking Lake Pend Oreille, the Pack River Flats, Idaho Club Golf Course, Schweitzer Ski Resort, and the Norther Selkirk Mountian Range, the property is bordered on the east by millions of acres of USFS lands (Kaniksu National Forest) to the east, and bordered on the west by thousands of acres of Idaho Fish & Game land. fishing on the Pack River is only a football field away, or if you want to tow a boat, the public boat launch on the lake is only a 5 minute drive from camp. Horse camping? Ride your horse off the property into hundreds of miles of horse trails, free to explore. Hunting? Make this camp one of the most beautiful base camps you ever had. Bring a bottle of wine and watch the sun set over the Selkirks while you enjoy the smoke and crackle of the campfire.
Campsites are primitive, but two of them have enough space for boondocking. :-)
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96% (1.2K) • 81 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Rathdrum
Phoenix Rising Ranch
1. Phoenix Rising Ranch
96%
(67)
25mi from Rathdrum · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This is a very private and quiet place, more of a sanctuary and not a party place. The only thing you hear is nature, a breeze through the pine trees, the birds, and the creek.
This property was and is an organic permaculture farm in the forest. There are two orchards and an organic garden. The water is from a spring. The La Luna cabin is no longer off grid, but if the power does go out, it's a great place to be.. Hot Showers at my cabins are private and outdoors. There's nothing more wonderful than a hot spring-fed shower. The toilets are composting. (No water is wasted here)!
Two of the cabins were built from the trees on the property by the first family that lived here in the earlier 1900s. The Birds Nest cabin was originally a tool shed that needed a LOT of Love to be in the condition that it is today. It does have power, running water and wi-fi.
There is the option to take an acrylic painting class, banjo, guitar or fiddle lessons, paddleboard lessons, and have a real old-timey campfire with a glass of wine or two with live music performed by our famous Fiddlin Red on the fiddle, banjo, and guitar. Your experience here may change your life forever!
We haven't added all the experiential options yet, so if there is something you are interested in please inquire.
Every year we make it more and more magical and interesting.
It's four miles up a county-maintained dirt road and one mile to a non-motorized lake.
I can't see my neighbors, but they are awesome artists and musicians and some of them are off the grid!
If you're bringing a pet, they must be on a leash and be quiet pets. If you are bringing a child they also need to be quiet and respectful. I want to keep my neighbors and my other guests happy with a peaceful atmosphere. Thank you!
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Riverview Woodland Retreat - CDA
2. Riverview Woodland Retreat - CDA
96%
(85)
7.4mi from Rathdrum · 1 site · RV
Wake up to picturesque views of the beautiful Spokane river and Rathdrum mountains, while staying only 15 minutes from both downtown Coeur D Alene and Post Falls. Our secondary lot offers a scenic plot, removed from town but within easy driving distance of local activities and restaurants. You will park next to our shop, which offers privacy from the road, but please take note of its placement in our photos to ensure that will work for your stay. The main property and home are next door, and we are easily reachable if you need anything during your visit.
We offer year round electrical hook-ups, and fresh water in Spring, Summer and Fall (the pipes are winterized from approximately the end of October-March, depending on the snow season). While there is only 1 electrical hook-up, there is space for an additional vehicle, and options for parking locations if electrical is not required. During your stay, keep an eye out for our neighborhood moose family, our year-round bald eagles, and our many deer, quail, and turkey friends.
Winter camping is available, but please note that we can receive large amounts of snow.
Please reach out with any questions!
Quick references -
5 miles to downtown Coeur D Alene
7 miles to Post Falls
4 miles to the nearest boat launch (Blackwell Island Recreation Area)
NO RIVER ACCESS! But beautiful views abound :)
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Parkside Mountain Ranch
3. Parkside Mountain Ranch
96%
(53)
32mi from Rathdrum · 31 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Private Exclusive Campsites is what we will provide for you while staying with us!
Parkside Mountain Ranch provides private camping on a 450 acre mountain with trails for any type of adventure.
PMR has a variety of camping experiences you can pick from to accommodate while camping with us. Have a family get together, a business retreat, trail ride your horse with your barn buddies, send us a message and let us know what you would like and we will make your camping just the way you want it to be.
Heyburn State Park Rocky Point is less than a mile away. Hipcampers can enjoy the Lake Chatcolet which offers a beach, marina, and a boat launch. Heyburn State Park South Side entrance is located on the same road as PMR. PMR will have sites with over night horse stalls too. Sooo bring your horse camping with you!
We want to provide you with beautiful views and private rustic camping!
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Farragut State Park
4. Farragut State Park
80%
(5)
248 sites · Athol, Idaho
A northern Idaho camping spot known for hiking, mountain biking, and watersports.
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Coeur d'Alene Field Office
5. Coeur d'Alene Field Office
84 sites · Coeur D'alene, Idaho
Start your day at Coeur d’Alene Field Office with a jaunt down the scenic byway where every twist and turn will prove why locals call this spot “gem of the north”. Hike along Mineral Ridge or step into the stunning St. Joe river for some of the raddest salmon and trout fishing...ever. You can even boat in to your campsite at places like Popcorn Island. Backcountry camping is prime here. It's a chance to beat the crowds, see the best of the Coeur d’ Alene mountains, and you aren’t going to want to forget that camera. If you travel here in the winter, you'll see the insanely cool bald eagle migration. Every stretch of these lands is filled with a chance to discover the best of Idaho’s untouched wilderness; bring yourself or bring your posse, either way it’s a guaranteed gem to add to the list!
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Clark Fork Riverfront
6. Clark Fork Riverfront
41mi from Rathdrum · 1 site · RV
Beautiful Clark Fork Riverside RV Trailer Camper full hook ups 110/220v , water and septic available on my property. I have 1 hookup site available for rent 2 night minimum stay. Property has a shared dock for your boat, kayak, jetskies or other water toys. Or just to fish off for rainbow, brown trout and walleye. Located 2 miles outside the small town of Clark Fork. It is located 1/4 quarter mile from active train railway so they do run at night if you are a light sleeper. Cell Phone reception is spotty for most networks. Verizon network is the best one in the area with reliable reception at the property. Approximately 4 miles downriver to Lake Pend Oreille
Welcome to your perfect retreat in the heart of Clark Fork, Idaho—a hidden gem for adventurers seeking tranquility and authentic local charm. Park your RV, trailer, or camper van on our spacious private land, where you’re not just a guest, but part of our community.
Why Choose Clark Fork?
Clark Fork is your gateway to adventure, offering the best of nature’s beauty. Surrounded by majestic mountains and pristine forests, it’s a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy hiking, fishing, and exploring the breathtaking Cabinet Mountains Wilderness and Lake Pend Oreille. Every season paints a stunning backdrop for your travels.
🌼 Wildlife Wonders: Experience the serene beauty of Idaho’s local wildlife.
This is more than a stopover—it’s a slice of a traveler’s dream. Relax under the Idaho stars, enjoy the comforts of full hookups, and connect with a friendly community eager to share local insights and enhance your journey with authentic experiences.
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$155
/ night
Willow Creek Retreat
7. Willow Creek Retreat
97%
(809)
36mi from Rathdrum · 171 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
*Returning Guests please message me for a discount.* Willow Creek Retreat is a private nature retreat situated on a farmstead on the West Plains of Spokane County, conveniently located 5 minutes from the Spokane International Airport. Situated on 20 acres with abundant trees and a year round creek dappled
with wildflowers. Boasting shaded camp sites, abundant bird songs and bird watching opportunities including blue heron, hawks, great horned owl, quail, ducks, turkeys, pheasants, and creek full of frogs for the kids to catch and friendly horses to watch. Each evening, listen to the coyotes howl, the owls hoot, crickets chirp, frogs croak (in spring/early summer) and the gentle ambling of the occasional short train that crosses the track on the nearby spur. Willow Creek Retreat is a great place for a camp reunion, families wanting to get their kids into nature, fall bird hunting or a romantic country get away.
For property videos and current photos check us out on Instagram #willowcreekretreat @willow.creek.retreat.farmstay
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Turnipseed Creek Campsites
8. Turnipseed Creek Campsites
95%
(47)
36mi from Rathdrum · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Our property is located on 7 forested acres a few miles from Sandpoint. We have a few different houses on the property where parts of my family live. There are 3 rental spots that are all creek side and next to each other. You can wade in the shallow creek, swim in the pond, enjoy a walk up the road or camp area and just enjoy your camp spot surrounded by the forest and creek. There are also many trails and adventures within a 15 min drive of the property.
We have a few dogs that live on property and like to come say hi to the campers and play fetch. The dogs are all friendly, but we ask that any guests bringing their own dogs please keep them on a leash as we do not know how they would all interact each other or local wildlife.
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$43
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St Joe Escape
9. St Joe Escape
91%
(38)
41mi from Rathdrum · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Check out this beautiful camping spot with private, direct access to the St Joe River just a short drive from St Maries, ID.
You won't want to miss the sunrise and sunset from this camp. Boondocking at its best!
Open grassy areas for camping and games. Perfect area for kayaking, paddle boards and fishing.
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$50
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Lake Pend Oreille
10. Lake Pend Oreille
100%
(6)
111 sites · East Hope, Idaho
A huge lake surrounded by mountains can mean only one thing: lots of fun!
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Idaho Panhandle National Forests
11. Idaho Panhandle National Forests
89%
(37)
546 sites · Clark Fork, Idaho
It doesn’t get much prettier than the Idaho panhandle. Situated between Big Sky Country of Montana and the vibrant evergreen fields of Washington (which seriously look Photoshopped to the naked eye), this forest holds more than half the state’s surface waters, and wilderness vibes are guaranteed by the deer, elk, bear, caribou, and wolf populations who call this spot home. Moist maritime air comes in from the Pacific coast, and historic cabins dot the landscape. Near Spokane and the border can get busy on the weekends, but with this much acreage you can always find seclusion here. Make sure to check out at least a portion of the bikeable and walkable Hiawatha Trail—weaving 15 miles through tunnels and across high steel trestles in the Bitterroot Mountains, it’s been called one of the most scenic stretches of railroad in the country.
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Riverside State Park
12. Riverside State Park
100%
(3)
92 sites · Town And Country, Washington
Discover the natural splendor of Riverside State Park.
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Colville National Forest
13. Colville National Forest
56%
(9)
680 sites · Ione, Washington
Shaped by behemoth glaciers that carved out the land over 10,000 years ago, Colville National Forest is a gorgeous treasure spanning 1.1 million acres (props to President Theodore Roosevelt for saving it). The lands include a number of geographic features including the Kettle River, upper reach of the Columbia River and the Selkirk mountain range, which is considered to be at the foothills of the Rockies.
Residents (including several Native American tribes) and visitors enjoy camping, nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, mountain biking, lakes, rivers and some too legit to quit wildlife including grizzly bears, cougars, bald eagles and the last remaining herd of caribou in the US. That was almost starting to sound like an indie music festival lineup! Did we mention it’s an inspiring place? So much so that close to a million smackeroos was recently rewarded for continued restoration projects.
Check the forest website for alerts and advisories.
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Under the Cedars
14. Under the Cedars
100%
(228)
29mi from Rathdrum · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
There are mountains, wetlands, meadows and forest land right in our back yard where we often see wildlife that call our area home. Elk, deer, turkeys, geese, ducks. rabbits, squirrels and the occasional cougar or bear. At any time, one critter or another will stroll through and check out our guests. We don't have a view of the river but it's nearby and our meadows and mountains offer a peaceful scene all its own. Camp surrounded by Old Growth Cedars and towering Grand Fir, stargaze by night, enjoy a campfire, smores and time with your family, Our peace includes little to no cellular service and don't offer internet or satellite tv. Feels like we're in the country but we live on a paved county road and only 4 miles from the city of Priest River.
Bring your boat for a trip on the Pend Oreille River to Lake Pend Oreille. Launching is a short distance away at the Mud Hole, Priest River City Beach or Riley Creek Campground. Try your hand at fishing for bass, kokanee, perch, northern pike, and trout in the river or on the lake. Wake up in a peaceful woodsy setting where elk, deer, the occasional moose and turkeys roam the property and are often seen in the meadow.
Load up your ATV, side by side or motorcycle and head for Priest Lake right from here. It’s a 21 mile (40 minute ride) to Coolin, ID. Enjoy the back county and take some of the IDL roads along the way to explore scenic drainages and in July/August pick some luscious huckleberries (the state fruit of Idaho) for a pancake or milkshake treat. In the fall, a nice central location for hunting camp. Want to go skiing or enjoy the summer lift ride? Head up to Schweitzer Mountain, about an hour drive away (38 miles/65 mins). The city of Sandpoint and Lake Pend Oreille (Idaho's largest lake) are a half hour away (26 miles/33 mins) and Silverwood Theme Park in Athol, ID less than an hour away (36 miles/52 min).
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Mike and Brenda's getaway
15. Mike and Brenda's getaway
99%
(207)
26mi from Rathdrum · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Our campground is part of our working farm. We have a permanent wetland conservation easement on 400 acres of our farm that provides habitat for all manor of wildlife. Bring your camera and a pare of binoculars. Cell phone service in our area is VERY limited.
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Camp Cameo
16. Camp Cameo
97%
(17)
39mi from Rathdrum · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
20 acres with a year round creek. Borders a wildlife preserve and state timberland as well as Deer Lake wetlands. This property has secondary access to deer lake resort for a day fee with a public swimming area and store.
Mosquitoes are active seasonally so plan accordingly!
ON the lake near the wetlands with seemingly Endless hiking, biking, walking and exploring with a true serene nature experience.
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$35
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Maverick Mountain Home
17. Maverick Mountain Home
99%
(72)
43mi from Rathdrum · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Maverick Mountain Home is perched on a mountainside several hundred feet above picturesque Trestle Creek, a protected Kokanee Salmon and Bull Trout spawning habitat, two short but gorgeous miles up the road from Lake Pend Oreille. Our property is hidden within an epic cedar, fir and pine forest, bracketed by the Kaniksu National Forest to the east and conservation land to the west.
SPRING/SUMMER/FALL:
Spend the afternoon at the Trestle Creek on the eastern shore of Lake Pend Oreille, only two miles down the road (just off Highway 200), where you can launch your boat, swim at the beach, or paddle along the shore in your kayak or SUP.
Or, take an adventurous backcountry drive up Trestle Creek Road into the mountains of the Kaniksu National Forest where you can check out Lunch Peak Lookout, hike miles of pristine trails to one of the three nearby mountain lakes, explore several waterfalls, or drive the entire 35 mile backcountry loop down to the town of Clark Fork.
If quiet rest is what you seek, find a secluded spot next to one of creeks where you can hang a hammock and listen for that still small voice. Or read a book until the peaceful whispers of flowing water and breeze through the trees lulls you to sleep.
You'll be in for a special treat if you book your site during the annual Kokanee Salmon spawning season! The salmon run usually starts during the last week in August or first week in September and lasts through late September. There are a multitude of viewing locations along Trestle Creek to witness this yearly miracle and snap some amazing photos!
WINTER:
Bring your snow machines and take advantage of sled in/sled out access from your campsite to the Trestle Creek loop system, boasting spectacular backcountry terrain with 50+ miles of groomed trails and hundreds of thousands of off-trail acres to explore! On-site trailer parking adjacent to the road is available.
If skiing is your thing, Schweitzer Mountain Ski Resort is an easy (and gorgeous) 45 minute commute. Don't tell anyone, but Schweitzer Mountain is an absolute gem of a ski resort with 2,900 acres of gorgeous skiing terrain (and epic views) for all ages and skill levels. Our family spends a good bit of time skiing here.
Winter Driveway Access: a 4-wheel/all-wheel drive vehicle is required to climb our driveway during winter conditions.
OUR STORY:
We (Tim and Molly) spent 14 years raising our young family in the desert heat of north Phoenix. Every summer we went dispersed camping as many weekends as possible with our four (now five) children in the backcountry mountain ranges of northern Arizona. We watched our family grow stronger together and sibling relationships flourish as the mental and emotional grime of the city grind was slowly washed from our souls during idle morning hangouts, afternoon hiking adventures and evening stories and laughs around the campfire.
We had a particularly amazing mountaintop experience in 2014 backcountry camping over Labor Day Weekend where we felt a strong calling to share with others the blessings we were experiencing. Our hearts were impressed with a desire to host a place in the "wilderness" where people and families could escape and unwind from the noise and pace of city life for a few days and maybe even have a mountaintop experience of their own.
After several years of waiting for the right timing, we started exploring and found this place in January 2019. By April we had sold our home in Phoenix and moved our family 2,000 miles north to this 27 acre property on a mountain of Hope. We named it Maverick Mountain Home, which captures our love of the wilderness, our mission to care for the lost, and our desire to be unbranded by the world.
Upon landing here we immediately got to work preparing. We've spent the last five years working on hundreds of different projects, including: rehabilitating our driveway, beginning a long-term whole-house remodel, building a chicken coop, maintaining our driveway, fencing in a new orchard, chicken yard, and pig yard, planting trees, replacing a spring house, maintaining our driveway, installing underground infrastructure for future guest facilities, clearing trails, milling lumber, and maintaining our driveway.
In 2024 we dedicated a good portion of April and May to preparing our first HipCamp site, Living Water, which went live on our wedding anniversary at the end of May. We added our second site, Boondock Butte in July with plans for several more sites in coming years. Since the first booking on our opening weekend we've watched as that line from "Field of Dreams" came true in our "backyard" - we built it and they started coming.
Welcome to Maverick Mountain Home, Intrepid Camper! It is a huge blessing for us to share this amazing place with you.
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Waterfront Adventures
18. Waterfront Adventures
96%
(62)
29mi from Rathdrum · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful far reaching southern views, shallow warm water, boat into Sandpoint.
Week days 10% discount.
Kayaks are available for use in the bay.
Hiking and biking, stargazing, kite flying, cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
Ski/snowboard at Schweitzer only 45 min drive to the mountain.
Boat launch 2 miles away. A couple of mooring balls available, ask on availability. Shallow, soft, clay bottom.
Two sandy beaches shared with Hipcampers and family.
We have 4 kids. The beach with the dock between site 1 and 2 is also used by our family as well. Our place is a relaxed atmosphere and we enjoy meeting new campers visiting us. We do this because we enjoy sharing our space with others.
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Sacred Cedars
19. Sacred Cedars
100%
(9)
34mi from Rathdrum · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Sacred Cedars is home to the Sacred Cedars Wilderness School. The property is roughly 13 acres with 4 different eco-systems to explore. At the heart of the property is an ancient grove of Cedar trees, hence the name, Sacred Cedars. Sleep under the boughs of the mystical cedars. Gaze at the wetland area for a cool soothing place to chill.
Sacred Cedars is raw land, and completely off-grid. We provide tent and hammock camping spots, with 2 canvas tent glamping spots.
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Birch Forest Farm
20. Birch Forest Farm
91%
(11)
44mi from Rathdrum · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
HUNTING SEASON BASE CAMP!! This campsite is about 20 minutes drive from Sandpoint, ID. perched on the mountainside overlooking Lake Pend Oreille, the Pack River Flats, Idaho Club Golf Course, Schweitzer Ski Resort, and the Norther Selkirk Mountian Range, the property is bordered on the east by millions of acres of USFS lands (Kaniksu National Forest) to the east, and bordered on the west by thousands of acres of Idaho Fish & Game land. fishing on the Pack River is only a football field away, or if you want to tow a boat, the public boat launch on the lake is only a 5 minute drive from camp. Horse camping? Ride your horse off the property into hundreds of miles of horse trails, free to explore. Hunting? Make this camp one of the most beautiful base camps you ever had. Bring a bottle of wine and watch the sun set over the Selkirks while you enjoy the smoke and crackle of the campfire.
Campsites are primitive, but two of them have enough space for boondocking. :-)
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Arthur
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Beautiful scenery, nice clear campsite and lovely campfire. The walk to the country store was nice to enjoy. And the peaceful night sky.
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Kyle
November 2025
33 ft travel trailer
With pets
Wylie was an amazing host! The property was easy to find, peaceful, and beautifully maintained. Communication was quick and helpful, and Wylie made sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The campsite itself was clean, quiet, and had plenty of space to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
Would definitely stay here again — highly recommend Wylie’s place to anyone looking for a great Hipcamp experience!
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Kat
October 2025
33 ft Class C
Nice and peaceful site, Rachael was amazing to work with and I had some hiccups getting on the road, she was wonderfully communicative and flexible. Would 100% go back! Wish I could have stayed longer (and next time I will!).
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Tyler
October 2025
21 ft campervan
Steve was a great host, spot 1 had everything I needed and the property was very well kept. He was also very accommodating when I needed to extend my stay.
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Sarah
October 2025
32 ft travel trailer
With pets
This is an absolutely amazing spot! We loved it! It was our maiden voyage with our rv camper and we had a fabulous time. Sara was a wonderful and very welcoming host. Our dogs had a blast in the river, too!
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pedro
October 2025
16 ft campervan
With pets
Great stay for our overnight visit! Quiet and cozy next to the stream. Sara was fantastic and welcoming! Would stay again if doing activities in Spokane again!
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Zach
October 2025
16 ft car
The hosts were great and the site was beautiful and quiet. We will definitely be coming back.
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Turner
September 2025
16 ft car
Wonderful spot! The setup for the bathroom and shower are wonderful. Beautiful property and loved having our coffee watching the horses wander around. Great place if you have dogs and/or kids!
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David
September 2025
25 ft travel trailer
As always was fantastic to escape to Mike and Brenda's property for relaxation and to rejuvenate. Mike and Brenda are top-notch hosts and great people....thanks again for sharing your property with us and we will be back again next season. Cheers
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JM
September 2025
Tent
With pets
This was a great place to relax and enjoy a night out! Absolutely breathtaking. We were at site 1 and had lots of space to set up a projector to watch a movie and our dogs loved the open space. Will definitely be going back!
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Kim
September 2025
Tent
With pets
I had a peaceful and quiet time at this lovely property. I booked for the weekend and ended up being the only one there. Will was a great host and checked in on me daily. My dog and I had a wonderful time. We chilled in the morning, had a swim in the lovely pond, a nice walk and a nap then sat by the fire in the evening. Couldn't be better. Highly recommend and looking forward to going to one of the music festivals the owners hold there!!! Thank you so much.
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April
September 2025
20 ft campervan
We enjoyed our stay at Sara's spot. The river was peaceful and she had all the things needed to have a pleasant experience - picnic table, lawn chairs, inner tube floaters and my favorite a glider rocking bench.
When booking the site we thought we could drive in and out of the place to visit relatives in Spokane. Sara's place was perfectly situated to the city however the rough and rutty road to her rv parking spot was not something we wanted to drive on every day. Fortunately we found some different solutions and Sara was very patience and accommodating to our situation. She also communicates well through hip camp texting.
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Jolanda
September 2025
25 ft Class C
With kids
Great spot on the water. Host gave good directions and responded quickly. We loved the table they had set up right next to the water, Nice place to have lunch and also really enjoyed the kayaks.
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don
September 2025
24 ft Class B
With pets
A perfect stop for us! A convenient, beautiful, level, private, fhu site next to a small creek. Nice picnic table too. It was great letting our dog be leash free. We will come again!!!
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Deborah
September 2025
32 ft travel trailer
With pets
What a beautiful campsite!! Very clean and right next to the river! Many amenities provided by a wonderful host!
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Lydia
September 2025
45 ft Class C
With pets
Wonderful stay with perfect views of the lake. Easy to get to, and to park. Great host. Full hook ups. Such a peaceful beautiful stay, would highly recommend!!
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Shannon
September 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With pets
Excellant hosts! Very private and quiet! Perfect distance away from town! Very knowledgeable of local landscaping!
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Maria
September 2025
23 ft travel trailer
With kids
This was such a lovely spot!!! It was peaceful and had everything we were looking for. We especially loved the personal touches around. We will definitely return.
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Mary Ann
September 2025
35 ft fifth wheel
With pets
We loved staying at this HipCamp. It was one of the best locations we have stayed. Literally feet away from the Pend Oreille River, the views were amazing. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. We had to change our plans and they worked with HipCamp to get two nights refunded even though it was outside their cancellation policy. We would definitely stay here again.
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Ryan
September 2025
23 ft travel trailer
With kids
Great spot, quaint, quiet and close to town. Worked great for our family.
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