Campsites around Blanchard, Idaho sit within the Selkirk Mountains, with many locations situated between 2,000-2,500 feet elevation. The area experiences warm summer days and cool nights with temperatures typically ranging from 45-85°F from May through September. Most campgrounds maintain seasonal operations from spring through early fall, with select locations offering winter accommodations.
What to do
Hiking through varied terrain: Round Lake State Park Campground offers a network of trails including a scenic loop around the lake. One visitor noted, "There is a lovely trail around the lake and an extensive set of trails heading up into the mountain behind the lake as well as a trail to a pond with a dam which is quite peaceful."
Fishing from dedicated structures: At Round Lake State Park Campground, anglers can access the water from purpose-built docks. "There are two docks perfect for fishing. I had a great time casting off from them and even caught a couple of crappies and trout which was a nice bonus," one camper reported.
Water recreation in multiple locations: The Spokane River provides swimming opportunities at Bowl and Pitcher Campground. "Lots of space for swimming and fishing!" explained one reviewer. Another mentioned, "There is a nice cement slab just in the water so it makes a safe place for kids."
Theme park accessibility: Ravenwood RV Resort provides direct transportation to Silverwood. According to a camper, "They even have a shuttle to Silverwood!" This service operates during park hours, allowing visitors to enjoy rides without driving.
What campers like
Spacious sites with utilities: Gilmore Campground maintains well-designed layouts. One visitor shared, "The campground has vault toilets and a few flush toilets as well as private showers with hot water. Campsites were well spaced from one another."
Privacy between sites: Despite being developed campgrounds, many locations maintain separation. At Liberty Lake Regional Park, "The spaces are very spacious and fairly quiet and clean." The natural surroundings help create barriers between neighboring sites.
Camp store amenities: Camp Coeur D Alene provides on-site shopping options. A reviewer mentioned, "This campground was super cozy and safe. They had firewood for sale, a pool, and clean showers and bathrooms."
Lake access for recreation: Albeni Cove offers water-based activities. A camper explained, "A great place to launch a boat, picnic, fish or swim. Lots of area to play on the Pend Oreille River."
What you should know
Site selection strategy: At Silverwood RV Park, location matters. "Site 74 backed up to a fence. Had no neighbors. But was furthest from the parks," noted one camper, highlighting the trade-off between privacy and convenience.
Water levels affect swimming: Round Lake has variable conditions. A visitor observed, "The swimming area is nice with kind of sandy beach, but there is a bit of seaweed in the swimming area."
Off-season limitations: Some facilities close during slower months. A camper at Gilmore reported, "We were not able to stay at Gilmore because it was closed for the season so we stayed across the street at the Peterson campground... The showers were closed for the season and the bathrooms were not well maintained."
Railroad proximity: Some sites experience train noise. At Alpine Country Store & RV Park, "The train is just on the other side of the highway and for whatever reason they enjoy blowing the horn and I will warn you this could happen at any hour of the day/night."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Ravenwood RV Resort offers dedicated play areas. "They also have a nice on-site playground and basketball court for kids to play," mentioned a visitor, highlighting the recreational options beyond camping.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Pend Oreille County Park provides nature observation. "We were in a very surprised by how open and available the sites were. Enjoyed the spacious sites and clean bathrooms and hiked some trails before nightfall," one camper noted.
Educational resources: Round Lake includes learning facilities. "The camp visitor center has a cool place for kids to learn about the wildlife in the area with foot prints in sand, bird calls, samples of the different types of trees and more."
Swimming safety features: Multiple locations provide structured water access. Bowl and Pitcher Campground includes "a nice cement slab just in the water so it makes a safe place for kids." This design helps families with younger children manage water activities.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling requirements: Check your specific site before setting up. At Liberty Lake Regional Park, a visitor advised, "Bring your blocks. Nice cozy camp site... Shower is ok not great."
Hookup availability varies: At Ravenwood RV Resort, "All sites now have full hook-ups with water, power and sewer and every site has both 30/50amp." This represents an improvement over previous configurations.
Limited big rig access: Bowl and Pitcher Campground has size constraints. "The largest site length is 45 feet, so large RVs won't fit." Make reservation decisions based on accurate vehicle measurements.
Seasonal electrical stability: Winter glamping close to Blanchard, Idaho may encounter infrastructure challenges. Round Lake reported, "Swung by here yesterday (late Dec) after calling to confirm hookups were still functional. There was only one hookup spot plowed, and its connectivity was not stable."
