Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Appleton, ID
Nestled against the breathtaking backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, Appleton, ID, is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise, offering a variety of camping options for every adventurer. For RV lovers, the nearby Pine Creek Campground provides full hook-ups alongside scenic views of pine forests and the tranquil Pine Creek, making it an ideal base for exploring the region. Tent campers will relish the picturesque settings at Targhee National Forest, where numerous campgrounds feature serene spots near bubbling streams and lush meadows, perfect for a peaceful night under the stars. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping in the surrounding forests allows you to immerse yourself in nature, with access to hiking trails and wildlife watching opportunities just steps from your campsite. The diverse geography of the area includes rolling hills, rugged mountains, and pristine waterways, creating a perfect backdrop for outdoor activities like fishing, hiking, and mountain biking. Whether you prefer the comforts of an RV or the simplicity of tent camping, Appleton and its stunning surroundings promise an unforgettable outdoor experience.
Baumgartner Campground is located in the Fairfield Ranger District, Sawtooth National Forest (2 hrs 19 min east of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 5,780 feet. There are a total of 31 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 76 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $10.00 to $100.00. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails.
Black Rock Campground is located in the Idaho City Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr 56 min east of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,027 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
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.
Dog Creek Campground is located in the Mountain Home Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr 43 min east of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,404 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 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. Fees range from $10.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include ohv trails nearby, fishing, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
Elks Flat Campground is located in the Mountain Home Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr 44 min east of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,334 feet. There are a total of 2 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 50 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 $100.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
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.
Porcupine Springs Campground is located in the Minidoka Ranger District, Sawtooth National Forest (1 hr 10 min southeast of Twin Falls, ID) with an elevation of 6,913 feet. There are a total of 7 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. 3 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. Fees range from $10.00 to $75.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Lower Penstemon Campground is located in the Minidoka Ranger District, Sawtooth National Forest (1 hr 2 min southeast of Twin Falls, ID) with an elevation of 6,610 feet. There are a total of 6 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. 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. Prices start at $8.00 per night. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Smoky Mountain Campground is part of Castle Rocks State Park in Idaho (2 hrs 3 min west of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 5,565 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 42 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 electric and water hookups. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Three Island Crossing Campground is part of Three Island Crossing State Park in Idaho (1 hr 12 min southeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 2,545 feet. There are a total of 81 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 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. All sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $33.00 to $59.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Bruneau Dunes Campground is part of Bruneau Dunes State Park in Idaho (1 hr 8 min southeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 2,506 feet. There are a total of 96 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 31 and 65 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. 80 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $21.00 to $33.00. Some amenities include dump station, restroom, amphitheater, horse stable, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, ohv allowed from campsite.
Lake Walcott Campground is part of Lake Walcott State Park in Idaho (1 hr 57 min southwest of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 4,208 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites including 15 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 21 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 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. 21 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $21.00 to $33.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Massacre Rocks Campground is part of Massacre Rocks State Park in Idaho (1 hr 13 min southwest of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 4,300 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 135 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. 37 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has water hookups. Fees range from $21.00 to $33.00. Some amenities include shower, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Lava Flow Campground is part of Craters of the Moon National Monument in Idaho (1 hr 39 min northwest of Pocatello, ID) with an elevation of 5,872 feet. There are a total of 42 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs between 25 and 50 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 1 site has electric hookups. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater. Activities include hiking trails, rock climbing.
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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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