Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Challis, ID
Nestled in the heart of the stunning Salmon-Challis National Forest, Challis, ID, offers a diverse range of camping options that cater to both RV enthusiasts and tent campers alike. For RV camping, sites like the Challis Hot Springs RV Park provide convenient amenities and scenic views, making it a popular choice for families looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty without sacrificing comfort. Tent camping options abound at nearby campgrounds such as the Pahsimeroi Valley Campground, where visitors can immerse themselves in the serene surroundings of towering pines and the gentle sounds of Shoup Creek.
For the more adventurous, dispersed camping allows nature lovers to set up camp in remote locations, surrounded by unspoiled wilderness, providing unparalleled starry nights and peaceful solitude. Local geography rivals any picturesque landscape, featuring the rugged peaks of the Sawtooth Mountains, lush river valleys, and abundant wildlife, making it an ideal backdrop for outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. With its stunning terrain and rich outdoor experiences, Challis, ID, is a camping paradise that invites you to explore and reconnect with nature. Whether you prefer the convenience of an RV park or the tranquility of a hidden campsite, Challis has the perfect spot to make lasting memories.
Sunny Gulch Campground is located in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Sawtooth National Forest (2 hrs 51 min northeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 6,444 feet. There are a total of 46 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. 45 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. Fees range from $22.00 to $100.00. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, restroom, trash dumpster, ramada, firewood. Activities include ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, ohv allowed from campsite.
Alturas Lake Inlet Campground is located in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Sawtooth National Forest (3 hrs 18 min east of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 7,033 feet. There are a total of 27 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 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 $22.00 to $44.00. Some amenities include drinking water, swimming, restroom, trash dumpster, firewood. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
North Fork (Ketchum) Campground is located in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Sawtooth National Forest (1 hr 48 min north of Twin Falls, ID) with an elevation of 6,257 feet. There are a total of 28 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of 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. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, restroom, trash dumpster, firewood. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails.
Bull Trout Campground is located in the Lowman Ranger District, Boise National Forest (2 hrs 29 min northeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 6,935 feet. There are a total of 38 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid June to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 85 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $15.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include drinking water, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include biking, boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
Stanley Lake Campground is located in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Sawtooth National Forest (2 hrs 46 min northeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 6,543 feet. There are a total of 38 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 32 and 52 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $22.00 to $44.00. Some amenities include drinking water, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, firewood. Activities include biking, boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
Bonneville Campground is located in the Lowman Ranger District, Boise National Forest (2 hrs 8 min northeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,680 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. 18 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 100 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 $15.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
Wood River Group is located in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Sawtooth National Forest (1 hr 50 min north of Twin Falls, ID) with an elevation of 6,367 feet. The site is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Prices start at $100.00 per night. Some amenities include amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Horse Prairie Cabin is located in the Dillon Ranger District, Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest (2 hrs 38 min west of Bozeman, MT) with an elevation of 6,834 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $55.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Loristica Group is located in the Lost River Ranger District, Salmon-Challis National Forest (1 hr 54 min west of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 7,770 feet. The site is normally open from mid June to mid September. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include hiking trails.
Boundary Creek Campground is located in the Middle Fork Ranger District, Salmon-Challis National Forest (3 hrs 32 min northeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 5,700 feet. There are a total of 5 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid June to mid August. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 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. Prices start at $10.00 per night. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Available this Weekend: 11 FF*
Available Today: 11 FF*
Available this Weekend: 11 FF*
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Murdock Campground is located in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Sawtooth National Forest (2 hrs 52 min east of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 6,402 feet. Murdock Campground is rated 5.0 stars from 1 reviews. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 35 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Caribou Campground is located in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Sawtooth National Forest (2 hrs 55 min east of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 6,478 feet. There are a total of 7 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 35 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $18.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
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