Banks, ID is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Banks is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Discover great camping spots near Banks, reviewed by campers like you.
$18 / night
"As mentioned it is close to the road."
$15 / night
"Beautiful spot but while starlight mountain theatre is running you hear the play..that can be positive or negative depending on your plans. I enjoy it."
$15 - $30 / night
"Nice campground with a short hike/walk to some hot springs."
"You follow the same path to the better springs but it gets slightly difficult at the very end."
$35 / night
"Beautiful Payette River location. Excellent Wi-Fi and Verizon service works perfect. Floating the river is very fun. Good fishing when River levels slow down a bit."
"Wether you enjoy relaxing and looking for wildlife or riding trails in an ATV, check them out and share some pics from your stay!"
$15 / night
"the sites are first come first serve. the one we got was right in the middle, next to the bathroom, easy walk to the river. sites are a decent size for tent or rv, just not so much for both."
"If you can’t find a spot here there are several other places along the highway, but this is definitely the nicest."
$120 / night
"This is a small campground right off Highway 55 and across from the Payette River. There are 4 small campgrounds right in a row near here. There is plenty of shade and pretty good privacy. "
"You’ll hear echos of gunfire, the occasional semi blasting up the highway or the rumble of tons of bikes making their way up the highway... and if its fire season, there will be helicopters coming in and"
"Very big mountains around, plenty for hiking. As well as some bathrooms that were closed when we were there, however the sign did say they were open normally."
$8 / night
"Also checked out the trail up the road that ran along the river and there are some old railroad tracks to explore."
TravelerThe campground is very clean and inviting. You will not regret it. Nice view of the mountains and river. The hot springs is small; however, the scenic view from there makes up for it. Highly recommended!
ScoutCamping on the Payette River. Abundant wildlife and so wonderful and relaxing watching the river. Firepit available right beside the river.
ScoutOpen Season 15 May to 15 September. Advance reservations are requires and cannot be made on site. No free camping. Potable water by old USFS style hand pump. Host on site. Ranger patrols.
ScoutVery well kept park, close to Boise and other surrounding towns. Close to each other is the only downfall if you like privacy.
GuideThe sites themselves are pretty large and spacious. The only downfall to the place is the noise. The freeway and airport are so close that is all your hear. Other than that it's great!!
ScoutIt rained during our stay, but due to the nice clean gravel we didn’t end up a muddy mess!
TravelerThe location is absolutely beautiful, a small piece of heaven. There are maybe 10-15 roughly built fire rings, and you can walk or park right on the waters edge. There is a single public use restroom that was in good condition and open in the winter. The only downside is that throughout the night and all day, multiple jeeps and side by sides traveling through to use the restroom and play in the water. They were all respectful though. It is roughly 10 miles of maintained dirt road to reach this site.
GuideLarge open sites. Big rigs go left and park on top. Large areas, can accommodate dozens of RVs and tents.
Avoid during holidays, people leave tents and rvs for days to keep the spot despite rules and the ranger station will do nothing about it. At those times expect loud parties and even fights or gunfire which the rangers will also do nothing about.
Other than that its great. Take a right on the highway and head to the sourdough lodge for the best pancakes for hundreds of miles.
There are many other dispersed and paid spots along the highway.
Details: Free camping 14 Day limit No tables at campsites Minimal wood to scavenge Town of Lowman is close by No trash, water, or toilets
GuideEasy to get to, no marked spots, tent or small to mid RV. Pit toilet on site. No boat launch but easy enough for small craft or floaties. Sloped, not much level spots. Nice views and easy bank fishing.
Details: No site boundaries, easily crowds No trash or water Long drive to services Slow drive in if towing medium or large trailer No tables Minimal rock fire rings Long drive to town, bring plenty of stuff Free stat, 14 day limit, rangers may stop by and say hi, if you’re lucky they’ll clean and restock the toilet. Don’t count on being lucky
Camping near Banks, Idaho, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Banks, Idaho, has something for everyone, from serene lakeside spots to family-friendly campgrounds. Just be sure to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!
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According to TheDyrt.com, Banks, ID offers a wide range of camping options, with 176 campgrounds and RV parks near Banks, ID and 10 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Banks, ID is Swinging Bridge with a 3.4-star rating from 5 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 free dispersed camping spots near Banks, ID.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 parks near Banks, ID that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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