Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Helena, ID
Helena, Idaho, nestled in the stunning Rocky Mountains, offers an array of camping options that cater to every outdoor enthusiast's needs. For those seeking the comforts of home on the road, the nearby Cottonwood Campground provides RV sites with stunning views of the surrounding forests and easy access to hiking trails. Tent campers can enjoy Pioneer Park Campground, which features serene lakeside sites perfect for fishing and daytime picnics under the expansive Idaho sky. For a more rugged experience, dispersed camping in the Lolo National Forest allows adventurers to set up camp among towering pine trees and beautiful mountain vistas, with numerous trails for hiking directly from their campsite. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the pristine waters of Lake Helena, which not only offers recreational activities but also picturesque spots for overnight tent stays. With a diverse landscape of rolling hills and glacial valleys, Helena serves as an ideal base for both tranquil retreats and thrilling outdoor activities, ensuring an unforgettable camping experience in the heart of Idaho.
Spring Creek Campground is located in the Weiser Ranger District, Payette National Forest (1 hr 47 min north of Caldwell, ID) with an elevation of 4,832 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 13 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 32 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $10.00 to $15.00. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Upper Payette Lake Campground is located in the McCall Ranger District, Payette National Forest (3 hrs 23 min southeast of Lewiston, ID) with an elevation of 5,589 feet. There are a total of 32 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of July to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs between 30 and 78 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $10.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include drinking water, boat ramp, swimming, restroom. Activities include boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
Cold Springs (Council) Campground is located in the New Meadows Ranger District, Payette National Forest (2 hrs 14 min north of Caldwell, ID) with an elevation of 4,821 feet. There are a total of 32 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 74 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $10.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Mann Creek Campground in Washington County is located 1 hr 12 min north of Caldwell, ID with an elevation of 2,889 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 55 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $10.00 to $15.00. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, swimming, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, floating sports.
Grouse Campground is located in the New Meadows Ranger District, Payette National Forest (3 hrs 10 min southeast of Lewiston, ID) with an elevation of 6,372 feet. There are a total of 21 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of July to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $10.00 to $15.00. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, boat ramp, restroom, horse stable. Activities include biking, boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
French Creek Campground is located in the Cascade Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr 56 min north of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,864 feet. There are a total of 21 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Evergreen Campground is located in the Council Ranger District, Payette National Forest (2 hrs 2 min north of Caldwell, ID) with an elevation of 3,925 feet. There are a total of 12 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. 9 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $10.00 to $15.00. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, picnic table, restroom. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, ohv allowed from campsite.
Buttercup Campground is part of Lake Cascade State Park in Idaho (2 hrs 8 min north of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,841 feet. There are a total of 28 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 54 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $23.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include boating, water skiing, floating sports.
West Mountain Campground is part of Lake Cascade State Park in Idaho (2 hrs 8 min north of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,839 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 27 and 95 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $30.00 to $53.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Sugarloaf Campground is part of Lake Cascade State Park in Idaho (1 hr 51 min north of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,867 feet. There are a total of 44 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Crown Point Campground is part of Lake Cascade State Park in Idaho (1 hr 42 min north of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,836 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 21 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 52 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $30.00 to $53.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Sage Bluff Campground is part of Lake Cascade State Park in Idaho (1 hr 43 min north of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,855 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 50 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have water hookups. Fees range from $30.00 to $53.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Wye Campground in Adams County is located 2 hrs 9 min north of Caldwell, ID with an elevation of 4,033 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 8 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 8 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $25.00. Some amenities include wifi, accessible, restroom. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
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