Camping for hunting in Idaho
130 camps in Idaho that list hunting or mention it in their description. The best camping months are Jun–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 80°F and lows near 48°F.
Best areas for hunting
- Around Cascade24 camps for hunting within 25 miles
- Around Lowman19 camps for hunting within 25 miles
- Around Elk City12 camps for hunting within 25 miles
- Around Island Park8 camps for hunting within 25 miles
- Around Kellogg8 camps for hunting within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in Idaho are good for hunting?
130 camps that list hunting or mention it in their description; 21 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
The best camping months are Jun–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 80°F and lows near 48°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 83% also offer fishing, 79% also offer hiking, 77% also offer wildlife & birding.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open hunting in IdahoThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
Lower PenstemonFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalLower Penstemon Campground is located along the scenic Rock Creek Road, in southern Idaho, at an elevation of 6,600 feet. Visitors come to the area to enjoy its abundant trails and natural…
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Malad Summit CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalMalad Summit Campground is situated next to Mill Creek, just 14 miles north of Malad, Idaho, at an elevation of 6,100 feet. Visitors enjoy hiking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle…
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Elk Creek Pavilion (Clearwater Nf)Federal campground · Reservable · No cell signalElk Creek Pavilion offers visitors a little bit of everything. From scenic views and vistas, to attractive waterfalls and foliage, the pavilion provides a great place to host group events…
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Park Creek (Idaho)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signalPark Creek Campground is located 4 miles from Lowman, Idaho, off the beaten path at the confluence of Park and Clear Creeks. Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting and exploring local trails.
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Buffalo (Idaho)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signalBuffalo Campground is located 26 miles south of West Yellowstone, Montana and 25 miles north of Ashton, Idaho in beautiful Island Park, Idaho.
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Thompson FlatFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalThompson Flat Campground is located high in the Albion Mountain Range of southern Idaho, near the towns of Declo and Albion. Visitors enjoy the area for its abundant trails, alpine lakes…
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Huckleberry CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalHuckleberry Campground is located along the shores of the St. Joe River, 29 miles east of St. Maries, Idaho on the St. Joe River Road. Reserve a campsite here…
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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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Free camps for hunting
- Orogrande Campground #1 And #2Federal campground · Free · No cell signal
Locally known as Orogrande 1 and 2, this campground occupies both sides of the road, one on the bank of Crooked River. It includes a toilet, fire rings and at least three camp pads. The…
View camp → - Orphan Point SaddleFederal campground · Free · No cell signal
This is one of three primitive backcountry camp sites along Forest Road 301 on the south side of Widow Mountain Wilderness Study Area (WSA) and serves as the trailhead for the Lookout…
View camp → - Troutdale CampgroundFederal campground · Free · No cell signal
A stay at the Troutdale Campground enables guests to enjoy all the beauty and recreation offered around the Middle Fork Boise River.
View camp → - Table Meadows CampgroundFederal campground · Free · No cell signal
Situated in a popular big game hunting area, Table Meadows Campground offers two toilets, two stock feeding bunks, a loading ramp, hitching rail and six camp pads. The West Fork of the…
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