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Camping in Idaho
1,448 places to camp in Idaho: 551 national forest and federal campgrounds, 6 state park campgrounds, 263 free dispersed and primitive spots, 628 private campgrounds and RV parks. The best camping months are May–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 83°F and lows near 50°F.
Best areas to camp
- Around Grangeville125 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Stanley115 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Elk City101 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Orofino91 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Yellow Pine86 camps in the area within 25 miles
Questions
When is the best time to camp in Idaho?
The best camping months are May–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 83°F and lows near 50°F.
Is there free camping in Idaho?
Yes: 349 free or dispersed spots, mostly on national forest and BLM land.
Will I have cell signal camping in Idaho?
At about 41% of camps, at least one carrier has 4G or better (FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous). Plan for no signal on trails.
Where are the darkest skies for camping in Idaho?
1,217 camps sit under the darkest skies (class 1–2). See the stargazing page.
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Open Idaho in Find campsThis week's picks
A different handful each week. Tap a camp to see it from above, check the weather and plan the drive.
Fish Creek PavilionFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalFish Creek Pavilion is a day-use picnic area adjacent to Fish Creek Campground. It's situated in a meadow surrounded by conifers and near a variety of recreational activities.
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Luby BayFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalLuby Bay Campground is located near both Lamb Creek and Priest Lake. The campground is densely wooded with nicely secluded sites, and is within easy access to many great views of the…
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Big Springs Grp. Area - Island ParkFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalBig Springs Group Area is located 22 miles south of West Yellowstone, Montana in beautiful Island Park, Idaho at an approximate elevation of 6,300 feet. Visitors love Island Park for its…
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French CreekFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalFrench Creek Campground is located next to scenic Lake Cascade in west-central Idaho. It is near the town of Donnelly, at an elevation of 4,850 feet. Boating, fishing, swimming and hiking…
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Big Springs Warming HutFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalBig Springs Warming Hut is located 22 miles south of West Yellowstone, Montana in beautiful Island Park, Idaho at an approximate elevation of 6,300 feet. Visitors love Island Park for its…
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Outlet At Priest LakeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalOutlet campground is located on the southwest shore of Priest Lake at the headwaters of Priest River. Campers come to Outlet for sunshine, fishing, boating, kayaking, and the breathtaking…
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Glacier View CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalGlacier View Campground is located next to beautiful Redfish Lake, beneath the Sawtooth Mountain Range, at an elevation of 6,500 feet.
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Devils ElbowFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalDevil's Elbow Campground is perched on the banks of the North Fork Coeur d'Alene River, providing a perfect escape for a warm summer weekend. Here, visitors can camp in tents or RVs and…
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Free camping in Idaho
349 spots cost nothing: dispersed sites on national forest and BLM land and free campgrounds. Most have no water or toilets, and stays are usually limited to 14 days.
- Rocky Bluff CampgroundFederal campground · Free · No cell signal
Located on the cusp of the magical and mysterious Gospel-Hump Wilderness, hikers, campers, anglers, hunters and families alike will find four campsites with parking, picnic tables…
View camp → - Mosquito Flat Reservoir CampgroundFederal campground · Free · No cell signal
This recreation site has 11 campsites and a day use picnic area along the shore of Mosquito Flat Reservoir near Challis. Nearby, the Yankee Fork Trail (147) provides access to the Frank…
View camp → - Granite Lake Camping AreaFederal campground · Free · Cell signal
This is a rustic dispersed campground with 7 sites located next to Granite Lake. Several trails leave from this camping area. Sites have tables and fire rings and there is one restroom. The…
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Albert MoserFederal campground · Free · No cell signalAlbert Moser Campground is situated on the banks of the Cub River about nine miles from Preston, Idaho. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s, the campground is just…
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