One of the least populated states in America, Idaho is the third state that makes up the Pacific Northwest—besides Oregon and Washington. This is a large and wild state, spanning two time zones and stretching from the Canadian border all the way south to Utah and Nevada. Its vast tracts of old-growth forests, various subranges of the Rocky Mountains and Hells Canyon, America’s deepest canyon, make camping in Idaho an essential thing to do during any visit.
Idaho’s wide variety in landscapes and biotopes, from arid plains to towering mountains, from pristine forests to river canyons, attract an equally varied array of visitors. Fishermen are drawn to the state’s abundant and exceptional fish species. It’s the West’s only inland state where you can catch blue-ribbon trout as well as king salmon and steelhead. Mountain bikers, rock climbers, and boaters find delight camping in Idaho’s wildernesses.
Hiking and camping in Idaho is, however, arguably the state’s most popular outdoor pursuit. And it’s available all across the state. A particularly great destination is the Boise National Forest, the location of the awesome Red Mountain Trail. Other fantastic places to go backpacking and camping in Idaho include Craters of the Moon National Monument, the remarkable Bruneau Dunes State Park and iconic Yellowstone National Park, a sliver of which lies in the state’s southeastern corner.
In the middle of southern Idaho lies Shoshone Falls, a series of huge cascades on the Snake River sometimes referred to as the “Niagara of the West”. The Snake River meanders its way further west, making up the northern part of the Oregon and Idaho border, and flows through massive Hells Canyon. Ten miles wide and almost 8,000 feet deep, this is the deepest river canyon in North America, an absolutely natural gem to explore when camping in Idaho.
Riley Creek Campground, situated on the banks of the Pend Oreille River, is the largest recreation area for the Albeni ...
Green Bay Campground features 11 designated sites with picnic tables and fire rings, vault toilets, and a swimming beach.
Sam Owen Campground is nestled on the banks of Lake Pend Oreille in a densely wooded forest of pine and ...
## OverviewPriest River Campground is situated on the banks of Priest River, shaded by firs, cedars and pines, just upstream ...
## OverviewSpringy Point Campground is situated amid firs, cedars and pines overlooking the Pend Oreille River with views of the ...
Priest Lake camping features 151 campsites, and 5 cabins. Priest Lake State Park lies just 30 miles from the Canadian ...
Your favorite North Idaho destination. Conveniently located in the heart of North Idaho, 22 miles north of Sandpoint and 5 ...
The Bad Medicine Campground is located 25 miles south of Troy on Hwy 56, at the south end of Bull ...
## OverviewLuby Bay Campground is located near both Lamb Creek and Priest Lake. The campground is densely wooded with nicely ...
Smith Lake Campground features 7 camp units, potable water, vault toilets, a boat ramp, and a day use area with ...
Yaak Falls Campground is located 16 miles northwest of Troy on Yaak Hwy 508. The campground has 7 sites with ...
If you love the great outdoors and want camping near Silverwood, our RV Park and Campground is the way to ...
Whiskey Rock Bay Campground features 9 camp units with 3 sites on lake. In addition there are 4 picnic sites ...
