Camping near Blanchard, ID

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    Camping options around Blanchard, Idaho include a mix of established campgrounds and dispersed sites across northern Idaho and eastern Washington. The area features several developed facilities like Riley Creek Campground near Oldtown and Priest River Campground, both offering tent and RV sites with varying amenities. Nearby Farragut State Park provides multiple campgrounds including Gilmore and Snowberry, which accommodate tent camping, RVs, and some glamping options. Thousand Trails Little Diamond in Newport, Washington offers cabin accommodations approximately 30 miles from Blanchard, providing an alternative for those seeking more comfort.

    Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, typically from May through September, though some remain open year-round. Winter conditions can make access challenging, with many forest roads becoming impassable due to snow. Summer brings warm temperatures ideal for water activities on nearby lakes and rivers, including Lake Pend Oreille and the Priest River. Reservations are strongly recommended during peak summer months, particularly for waterfront sites. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with better coverage near larger towns. One visitor noted, "Northern Idaho is beautiful! I crossed the Montana/Idaho state line this morning and was pleasantly surprised at the amazing scenery."

    Waterfront camping receives consistently high ratings from visitors, with several campgrounds offering access to lakes and rivers. Campers particularly praise the spacious sites at Farragut State Park, where one reviewer mentioned "thoroughly enjoying the spacious site and privacy provided by the various trees and undercover vegetation." Fishing opportunities abound, especially along the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River where visitors report seeing "fish jumping like crazy." Many campgrounds feature amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, while some developed sites offer electric hookups, water, and shower facilities. The region's natural beauty, wildlife viewing opportunities, and water recreation options make it a popular destination for both tent and RV campers seeking outdoor experiences in the Idaho Panhandle.

    Best Campgrounds near Blanchard (226)

      1. Riley Creek Campground

      4.7(26)14mi from Blanchard67 sitesRVs, Tents

      "We were looking for a campsite in the Idaho Panhandle and discovered Riley Creek. After a 10 hour drive we arrived, drove to our spot and was greeted by an attendant who happened to be in the area."

      "Today I check out a great little campground/recreation area on Lake Pend Oreille( locally pronounced Pond Array")."

      from $40 - $75 / night

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      2. Thousand Trails Little Diamond

      4.1(19)14mi from BlanchardRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "The sites share electric and water, no sewer and are positioned oddly they are on the off side and in front by the road. Some 30and 50 amp just check the box."

      "We had 3 spots all next to each other with plenty of room in between. Lots of activities for the kids and all around fun."

      3. Bald Knob Campground — Mount Spokane State Park

      4.4(9)9mi from Blanchard8 sitesRVs, Tents

      "It doesn't seem like a heavily used campground, possibly because of it's close proximity to the city or maybe because there are no swimming areas nearby."

      "This campground is exactly what you’d expect, nestled away close to the peak of mount spokane. Huckleberry season was upon us when we visited and we hardly had to leave the campground to find plenty."

      from $23 / night

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      4. Priest River

      3.9(12)12mi from Blanchard20 sitesRVs, Tents

      "The bonus here is that it is close to Sandpoint, one of our favorite places we visited in Idaho."

      "However, there are some downsides to the spot and the campground that cannot be ignored. 1) It is very close to the highway so you hear the cars all day."

      from $30 - $75 / night

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      5. Pioneer Park

      4.4(11)14mi from Blanchard17 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Pioneer Park was not where we made our reservations but the original campground closed to to fallen trees in a wind storm. So, they moved us here and it wasn't too bad."

      "Very informative Native American trail and a short walk to the river"

      from $31 - $60 / night

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      6. Albeni Cove

      4.2(6)11mi from Blanchard14 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "A small campsite ⛺ near Old Town, my family spent a weekend every summer ☀here when I was a child."

      "This is a very nice COE facility with excellent water access to Lk. Pend Orielle! Small but very quiet with almost too much shade.."

      from $30 - $35 / night

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      7. Sedlmayer's Resort & Campground

      4.7(3)7mi from BlanchardRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Located in northern Idaho and right on Spirit Lake, this campground has 31 RV sites that can accommodate various sizes of RVs."

      "The wifi was available, but only close to the restaurant. Full hookups are available for most sites. There is a private beach that was nice for swimming. Staff is friendly and helpful."

      from $49 / night

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      8. Gilmore Campground — Farragut State Park

      4.3(17)20mi from BlanchardRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Gilmore Campground Farragut State Park, Idaho Lake Pend Oreille Who Knew?!!

      I crossed the Montana / Idaho state line this morning and was pleasantly surprised at the AMAZING scenery ."

      "And Lake Pend Oreille is simply breathtaking. We had limited Verizon connectivity — 2 bars at most."

      from $31 - $33 / night

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      9. Spokane KOA Journey

      3.5(34)24mi from BlanchardRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Nice little place in the Spokane Valley close to shopping Idaho boarder. Has small outdoor pool bike rentals. Good bathroom and showers."

      "A nice campsite close to Spokane and Idaho. Friendly staff and clean. I really like this spot, but the noise from the trains is loud. Be sure to bring earplugs if you are tent camping."

      from $50 - $300 / night

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      10. Round Lake State Park Campground

      4.2(14)19mi from BlanchardRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "This spot is very close to the main hiking trail, that leads around the lake and to the beach area. Probably about 15 feet away, down a slight hill."

      "Super clean, great back-in spots for RVs, awesome walking trails around the lake."

      from $12 - $29 / night

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    Recent Reviews near Blanchard, ID

    1011 Reviews of 226 Blanchard Campgrounds

    • Aaron S.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 14, 2026

      Northern Quest RV Resort

      Luxury Turf, Spotless Grounds, and Ultimate Convenience in Airway Heights,

      Reviewed by: The Crew at Hitched4fun.com

      If you are traveling through the Inland Northwest along the Interstate 90 or US-2 corridors on your way to or from Glacier National Park, Northern Quest RV Resort in Airway Heights (just west of Spokane) is a premier place to pull in. We stopped here along our route, and it immediately stood out as one of the cleanest, most manicured RV resorts we’ve stayed at.

      Site Quality and Resort Atmosphere

      The standard of maintenance across this entire property is top-tier:

      • Lush Turf at Every Site: One of the first things you notice is the beautiful, vibrant green turf surrounding every single campsite. It makes stepping out of your RV feel clean and comfortable, keeping dirt and dust out of your rig.
      • Immaculate Grounds: The roads, pads, and common areas are thoroughly maintained. The layouts offer plenty of breathing room, making it easy to settle in without feeling crammed against your neighbors.
      • Peace and Quiet: Despite being part of a full-scale resort and casino property, the RV park itself is remarkably quiet, calm, and secure at night.

      Resort Perks and Casino Shuttle

      You get all the conveniences of a luxury resort without having to unhook your tow vehicle to go explore:

      • Free Casino Shuttle: The park offers a complimentary shuttle service that picks you up right in the RV resort and drops you off at Northern Quest Resort& Casino for dining, entertainment, or gaming, then brings you right back to your rig.
      • Effortless Resupply & Fuel: Fueling a big rig is completely stress-free here. There is a large fuel station situated right next door, plus a convenient Maverik gas station just about a block away. Having multiple high-clearance fueling options right off the property makes morning departures quick and painless.

      The Hitched4fun Verdict

      Northern Quest RV Resort strikes the perfect balance between high-end RV resort luxury and effortless road-trip practicality. Between the pristine green grass pads, spotless grounds, ultra-convenient fueling, and complimentary casino shuttle, it takes all the friction out of a travel day. It is an outstanding stopover for big rigs and road-trippers alike, and our crew would gladly stay here again.

      Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars— Highly Recommended by the Hitched4fun.com crew!

    • V
      Oct. 2, 2026

      camp coeur d’alane

      Quick and easy!

      Cute lil spot for a quick stay. Freshly renovated bathrooms and the showers were nice and hot!

    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 1, 2026

      Lakes Divide Road

      Kind of Busy

      Road wasn’t bad for our Class C. Sites were right off the road and there was some traffic. Not very private.

    • j
      Sep. 27, 2026

      Genesis Mountain Farm

      N idaho at its best

      This location has RV parking in the field near the road, yurts on the mountain top, hot tub and sauna at the main house. Farm to table Dinners and breakfast available. Also rooms if you prefer. Almost 40 acres with a large hydroponic greenhouse to explore. Lots of farm animals. Would stop here again!

    • Sehvanna S.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 27, 2026

      North Spokane RV Campground

      Clean and convenient

      I've been staying here for about a week. It's very clean and well kept. The neighbors all seem to keep to themselves. Not a lot of shade but there are trees around the outside of the park. Getting in and out of the camping spots is very easy. We have full hook ups and WiFi is included along with water but you do get charged for electricity. Long term camping requires a background check but it's the best rate for such amenities. (My winter rate is 636 for 28 days). The only complaint I have is the noise. There is a lot of road noise throughout the day and a lot of the night. This isn't really the park's fault though, Spokane is noisy.

    • RThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 24, 2026

      Coeur d'Alene RV Resort

      A bit of road noise

      Nice enough and well maintained park.  Probably 1/3 - 1/2 of park appear to be full time residents.  Sites are close with gravel for RV and a cement pad with a picnic table at each one.  Combination of pull thru's and back-ins.  Good power and water pressure, sewer hookups can be a bit challenging depending upon the tree roots and the adapters you have.  Large shower and laundry facility.  Pool is inside with a spa tub - neither are huge.  Friendly staff and conveniently located just off of I-90.  Good Wi-Fi and cell service, but no cable TV.

    • Emily A.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 23, 2026

      Killarney Lake Picnic Site

      This is not a camp site

      Be advised—- we wasted 45 minutes today looking at this “site” due to a previous review. The picnic site is only a little pull off to access well you guessed it, the picnic area. I’m guessing you’d get the knock if you parked there- we heard from others that they patrol often. The only camping areas nearby are by the boat dock at $20 a night right next to each other in a concrete parking lot (but close to water).

    • Emily A.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 23, 2026

      Rose Lake

      No privacy

      Loud generators next to me as I type this and wall to wall neighbors. No privacy and nothing else in the area. Wouldn’t recommend.

    • Emily A.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 22, 2026

      Bull Run Access Dispersed

      Very pothole heavy road

      Filled with rain even though it hasn’t rained recently- wouldn’t bring a big rig with low ground clearance through. Spots are all on the side of the road with no privacy.

    Guide to Blanchard

    The Blanchard area sits in the Idaho Panhandle at approximately 2,300 feet elevation, surrounded by forested foothills and within reach of several lakes and rivers. Camping near Blanchard, Idaho provides access to multiple recreation areas including sites on the Pend Oreille River system and Lake Pend Oreille. Temperatures range from summer highs in the 80s to winter lows well below freezing, with most campgrounds operating seasonally from May through September.

    What to do

    Fishing opportunities: Riley Creek Campground offers excellent fishing access with a dedicated fishing dock and boat launch. One visitor reported that "the small beach was fabulous" while another noted the convenience of "Doggie Island (dog friendly area since they aren't allowed on the beach) and the Boat Basin (an inlet where you can dock your small water craft)."

    Trail exploration: Round Lake State Park features well-maintained trails that circle the lake and extend into nearby forest areas. A camper mentioned that "a very nice trail runs completely around the lake and nicely maintained" while another enjoyed "morning walks in the trails were peaceful with coffee in hand."

    Swimming areas: At Priest River Campground, the swimming beach receives high marks for family-friendly access. A camper noted that "the beach is so kid friendly for the little ones; this was the best part for us. Our 3 year old really gained some water confidence while here."

    What campers like

    Private sites: Many campgrounds in the area offer good separation between sites. At Pioneer Park, a camper appreciated that "sites are huge and well spaced" while another mentioned "great park with wooded, nicely spaced sites."

    Clean facilities: Thousand Trails Little Diamond maintains good bathroom and shower facilities despite seasonal challenges. One visitor noted "Bathroom showers are ok. Laundry is good" while another mentioned "nice lodge/spa and pool open."

    Shade coverage: Visitors to Albeni Cove appreciate the tree cover during hot summer months. A camper noted "beautiful area nice camping spot good amount of shade coverage keeps us cool during the summer" and another described it as a "small campsite near Old Town" with "close to several forests you can go hiking in."

    What you should know

    Noise considerations: Several campgrounds experience varying levels of noise from nearby roads or trains. At Spokane KOA Journey, a camper warned "it is right next to an active railroad, so bring earplugs if you don't want to be woken up by trains several times."

    Reservation timing: Campgrounds fill quickly during summer months. For Gilmore Campground at Farragut State Park, a visitor advised "Book early as this is a very popular place" while another mentioned "If you are going to swim at one of the bays while there get there early. In the peak of summer, the parking lot will fill up by 10 or 11 am."

    Seasonal closures: Many facilities shut down during off-season months. At Round Lake State Park, winter camping is limited: "There was only one hookup spot plowed, and its connectivity was not stable" during a December visit.

    Tips for camping with families

    Beach access: Sedlmayer's Resort & Campground offers excellent lake access for children. A visitor shared "Peaceful, quiet, and beautiful! Right on the lakefront with your own private beach... Our kids loved playing on the beach and riding their bikes!"

    Playground facilities: Several campgrounds feature play equipment. A camper at Riley Creek noted "This is a great place for grandkids. Lots of trails for walking biking. Camp sites are large and private. Volleyball basketball court horseshoe pits."

    Nature programs: Educational activities run at select locations. At Priest River, one visitor mentioned "The rangers come give a presentation every third Friday I went and it was on all the different kinds of pines we have in INW."

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection: At Bald Knob Campground in Mount Spokane State Park, RV campers should choose carefully. A visitor noted "Sites are small- only one was a pull through. I wouldn't attempt with anything longer than 23 feet."

    Hookup variability: Electric and water connections differ between campgrounds. At Thousand Trails Little Diamond, a camper explained "The sites share electric and water, no sewer and are positioned oddly they are on the off side and in front by the road. Some 30 and 50 amp just check the box."

    Dump station access: Not all sites provide full hookups. At Riley Creek, a visitor mentioned "No dump in sites, so a little bit of a bummer" while another noted "Partial hook ups (no sewer)" but there are "two dump stations" available.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What camping is available near Blanchard, ID?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Blanchard, ID offers a wide range of camping options, with 226 campgrounds and RV parks near Blanchard, ID and 22 free dispersed camping spots.

    Which is the most popular campground near Blanchard, ID?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Blanchard, ID is Riley Creek Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 26 reviews.

    Where can I find free dispersed camping near Blanchard, ID?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 22 free dispersed camping spots near Blanchard, ID.

    What parks are near Blanchard, ID?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Blanchard, ID that allow camping, notably Idaho Panhandle National Forests and Kaniksu National Forest.