The best campgrounds near Steptoe, Washington with horseback riding

Looking for a camping adventure near Steptoe, Washington? Hipcamp has over 500 options for you to choose from, ranging in price from $15 to $40 per night. Whether you prefer a cozy spot at Hidden Acres Orchards with 387 rave reviews, a serene stay at Willow Creek Retreat with 297 glowing reviews, or a rustic experience at The Old Weber Farm with 139 satisfied campers, you'll find the perfect accommodation for your stay. Plus, with popular amenities like toilets, campfires, and trash facilities, and activities ranging from fishing and snow sports to swimming, you're guaranteed to have an unforgettable camping experience.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping adventure near Steptoe, Washington? Hipcamp has over 500 options for you to choose from, ranging in price from $15 to $40 per night. Whether you prefer a cozy spot at Hidden Acres Orchards with 387 rave reviews, a serene stay at Willow Creek Retreat with 297 glowing reviews, or a rustic experience at The Old Weber Farm with 139 satisfied campers, you'll find the perfect accommodation for your stay. Plus, with popular amenities like toilets, campfires, and trash facilities, and activities ranging from fishing and snow sports to swimming, you're guaranteed to have an unforgettable camping experience.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Willow Creek Retreat

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44mi from Steptoe · 171 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Fairchild Afb, WA

*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

2. Crooks Lookout

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19mi from Steptoe · 1 site · RV · Viola, ID

(shower house is closed for the winter of 25/26) We have a RV/Tent pad with full hookups, and a shower house. Tenting discounts are available. Its a great place to stop by for the night when traveling through on Hwy 95. There is some highway noise. Firewood is provided. Biking can be done across the highway with more awesome views. 15 minutes from Moscow!

3. Parkside Mountain Ranch

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35mi from Steptoe · 30 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Plummer, ID

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!

4. McCroskey State Park

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9 sites · Idaho

Discover McCroskey State Park's scenic drives, diverse trails, and historic charm.

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5. Heyburn State Park

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132 sites · Conkling Park, Idaho

Discover Heyburn State Park's serene landscapes and rich history.

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6. David's Hodge Podge Lodge Camping

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49mi from Steptoe · 1 site · Tent, RV · Coeur D'alene, ID

This parcel was once part of a larger homestead in the area. It directly borders over 500 acres of land managed by the Idaho Department of Lands. My home is a large A frame that has been added onto in three different directions, hence the name Hodge Podge Lodge.

7. 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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8. Coeur d'Alene River Campground and Picnic Areas

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166 sites · Pinehurst, Idaho

Named for a sprawling, sparkling body of water that just appears out of nowhere off the highway, Coeur d’Alene River Campground and Picnic Areas are a mind-boggling expanse of beauty, color, and water sports (swimmers, tubers, sailers, parasailers, and seaplane pilots bring your sunscreen). Giant, dense pine forests rise up along the shores of the flat riverbed, with gorgeous homes high up overlooking it—be sure to take a scenic drive through the neighborhood. The nearby historic town of Wallace is a great place for antiquing, bars, diners, and just general mountain charm, while the town of Coeur d’Alene itself has a very Scandinavian vibe; active and modern, yet very remote and relaxing!

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9. Hells Gate State Park

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98 sites · Idaho

Discover Hells Gate State Park's rich history and outdoor adventures.

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10. Riverside State Park

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92 sites · Town And Country, Washington

Discover the natural splendor of Riverside State Park.

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11. Idaho Panhandle National Forests

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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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Public campgrounds near Steptoe

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McCroskey Campground

19mi from Steptoe · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in McCroskey State Park

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Heyburn Campground

36mi from Steptoe · 132 sites · Tents, RVs · in Heyburn State Park

Windy Bay Boater Park Campground

37mi from Steptoe · 14 sites · in Coeur d'Alene Field Office

Bell Bay Campground

40mi from Steptoe · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Coeur d'Alene River Campground and Picnic Areas

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Hells Gate Campground

46mi from Steptoe · 98 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hells Gate State Park

Mica Bay Boater Park Campground

47mi from Steptoe · 16 sites · in Coeur d'Alene Field Office

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Bowl and Pitcher campground

48mi from Steptoe · 38 sites · Tents, RVs · in Riverside State Park

Emerald Creek Campground

48mi from Steptoe · 18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Tingley Springs Campground

49mi from Steptoe · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Coeur d'Alene Field Office

Stories from the community

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Dustin

1 week ago

40 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Crooks Lookout

Awesome site. As others have noted, it is near the highway, but there is a nice berm in-between and it really wasn't that noticeable. Will be back!

Old garden area for both RV and tent camping. Lots of room for setup. Has morning and midday sun with afternoon shade.

Jodine

3 weeks ago

20 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to David's Hodge Podge Lodge Camping

This was our second stay and it's definitely on my favorite list. David is accommodating and his place is well taken care of and beautiful.

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santi

3 weeks ago

30 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Crooks Lookout

Dreamy place. Smells like pine trees all day. Beautiful views of the Palouse. Its very well set up. Hot water in the faucet and bathoom. The outside sink was a plus. The table is very big, lots of dry firewood, spacious area, lots of parking, sting lights, the owners were very accomodating, flexible and very welcoming. The kids were very loud and they didn't once come over or say anything.

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Sarah

October 2025

15 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Crooks Lookout

We loved the private and beautiful spot at Travis land. Waking up in the morning and seeing the rolling hills was breath taking. The facilities were nice and the place was easy to find even late at night.

Jodine

October 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to David's Hodge Podge Lodge Camping

Beautiful site! I loved walking the trails with my dog and listening to the birds.

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Harold

October 2025

22 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to David's Hodge Podge Lodge Camping

So quiet ,so close, so easy. Nice trails to stroll thru the forest. Shhhhh!

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Kat

October 2025

33 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Willow Creek Retreat

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!).

Turner

September 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Willow Creek Retreat

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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JM

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Willow Creek Retreat

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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Dasha

September 2025

16 ft car

With pets

1 night at David's Hodge Podge Lodge Camping

David's camp site was lovely! Close to town yet peaceful, private and felt very safe, with a beautiful trail to walk with my pup. Would definitely come again.

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Mary Ann

September 2025

35 ft fifth wheel

With pets

3 nights at Crooks Lookout

This was a beautiful campsite. It had great views and was very neat and well appointed. The highway was right next to the site but didn’t really bother us. Travis was very helpful and welcoming. We would definitely stay here again.

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Jeff

September 2025

17 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Crooks Lookout

I hate to leave a good review because I want this place just for myself!!! This Hip Camp is absolutely incredible! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the beautiful views. On top of the scenery, the amenities were fantastic. The grounds were clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully laid out. The bathroom and shower were spotless, the site was spacious, and it was clear the host really cares about keeping everything in top condition. The hosts were extremely friendly and accommodating, going out of their way to make sure our stay was perfect. Their warmth and attention to detail made the experience even more special. It’s rare to find a place that combines natural beauty with such comfort and convenience, but this spot has it all. We left feeling refreshed and can’t wait to come back — highly recommend to anyone looking for a camping experience that’s both stunning and stress-free!

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Kenneth

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Willow Creek Retreat

A beautiful spot that worked perfectly for us. A quick camp under a giant willow tree, with a warm open-to-the-sky shower in the morning. Rachel was great. Highly recommend.

Phaedra

August 2025

30 ft fifth wheel

With pets

1 night at Crooks Lookout

This site has nice pine trees, which contribute to privacy and a feeling of being in the woods. We easily backed our 30’ fifth wheel into this spacious site. Travis has provided some extremely appreciated amenities, such as a giant picnic table and trash can. This was our second stay here and we greatly enjoyed sitting under the awning eating dinner, listening to the sound of the drizzling rain and pine cones dropping to the ground.

Aaron

August 2025

30 ft fifth wheel

With pets

1 night at Crooks Lookout

We stayed at Crooks Lookout for the second time, and it was just as wonderful as our first visit. Travis keeps the campsite extremely well maintained, and the setting is peaceful and quiet with plenty of privacy—exactly what we were looking for. His dog, Mater, greeted us warmly and stopped by to visit during our stay, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We also had the pleasure of meeting Travis himself; he’s a genuinely generous and welcoming host. Everything about our stay was top notch, and we’re already looking forward to coming back again!

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Madeline

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Parkside Mountain Ranch

We had the best time! Stan was an amazing host and provided us with incredible service and hospitality. We can’t wait to come back!

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Sherrie

August 2025

18 ft campervan

1 night at Willow Creek Retreat

This was a peaceful, convenient place to camp after seeing a concert in Spokane.

Arieanna

August 2025

22 ft pop-up camper

1 night at Crooks Lookout

was an amazing stay! Travis was super nice and even brought us fresh veggies from their garden when he came up to introduce himself. His pup was the sweetest and gave us a warm welcome too. The shower and toilet were such a luxury to have after days of camping and driving. The spot itself is peaceful, with beautiful views, and you can tell Travis has put a lot of thought into making it comfortable while still feeling like real camping. We’d definitely come back!

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Andrea

August 2025

15 ft travel trailer

1 night at Willow Creek Retreat

This was a very nice place to stay for a night during our road trip, everything was in great shape, and we got to watch the cows just across the creek. We would definitely stay here again.

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Heidi

August 2025

16 ft car

Group trip

2 nights at Crooks Lookout

Perfect! Beautiful location, friendly host, and very well designed glamping amenities! We had the most easy-going camping experience, and will definitely be back! We arrived late, and were welcomed by lovely patio lights — made it easy to unpack and setup camp in! The kitchen sink & counter, flushing toilet and hot shower made our whole stay luxurious and easy. Even a garbage can was provided, so we didn’t have to pack our own bags and pack it out. A huge, beautiful picnic table with a view, a fire pit and firewood… this spot made camping simple, easy and beautiful. This was a luxury camp-style. The highway is right next to camp, but it was pretty quiet at night. I always wear ear plugs, and slept fine. My family slept fine without them, but for light sleepers it might be a good idea to pack some.