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Best Glamping near Boise National Forest

94 Reviews

Mountain View offers glamping accommodations along the pristine Payette River in Boise National Forest, with several sites positioned directly on the waterfront. These upscale canvas accommodations combine natural immersion with modern comforts, including comfortable queen beds, private decks overlooking the river, and climate-controlled interiors. Bull Trout Lake Campground provides additional glamping options with lakefront eco-friendly yurts that feature fully-furnished interiors, bedding, and private access to the water. Each glamping unit includes sustainable amenities while maintaining a connection to the surrounding wilderness. One guest highlighted, "We LOVED our campsite at Bull Trout Lake. We had a lakefront spot, tons of trees around, and enough space to have privacy from other campsites."

Visitors to these glamping destinations enjoy direct access to outdoor recreation without sacrificing comfort. The Payette River provides opportunities for kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing, with one visitor noting, "We had a great weekend - the site was roughly 20 yards from the river so it was perfect." Nearby hot springs offer relaxing soaks after hiking the surrounding forest trails. In winter months, the glamping cabins provide cozy accommodations for those exploring nearby ski areas. Most locations operate seasonally from late May through early September, with reservations strongly recommended during peak summer months. The proximity to Stanley and Idaho City makes these glamping sites ideal basecamps for exploring the greater Sawtooth region while enjoying comfortable overnight accommodations.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Boise National Forest (24)

    1. Mountain View

    7 Reviews
    Lowman, ID
    10 miles
    Website

    $15 - $30 / night

    "Nice paved drive on our site, a big groomed flat spot for a tent, a nice fire pit with cooking grate, and sturdy picnic table. "

    "It looks bare and small but, the farther you drive in, the more appealing it becomes. Only glitch in the weekend was an impromptu concert put on by a lady next to us."

    2. Boise National Forest Helende Campground

    2 Reviews
    Lowman, ID
    10 miles
    Website

    $12 - $24 / night

    "The river is nearby but there is no real access here. Go down the road a bit and you will have some nice water access."

    "the summer of 2017. it didn’t look like much as we pulled up, because there were a lot of trees that had been burned in a recent fire. however, we had a lot of fun. we discovered the river that ran behind"

    3. Cowboy Campground

    1 Review
    Idaho City, ID
    17 miles
    Website

    $35 / night

    "This is a conveniently located campground near all the amenities of Idaho City.  Miles of forest for hiking, exploring and fishing.  "

    4. Bull Trout Lake Campground

    6 Reviews
    Stanley, ID
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 259-3361

    $15 - $75 / night

    "Spend 6 nights here while exploring Stanley, the sawtooths, and Boise National Forest. Big sites, beautiful lake, and very private. Really enjoyed our stay here."

    "We were originally booking in an equestrian site but we don't own horses the camp host left us a little sticky note (there is not cell service) on the fence when we arrived to let us know that our campsite"

    5. Sourdough Lodge

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    Lowman, ID
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 259-3326

    6. Two Ravens Retreat Center

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    Lowman, ID
    12 miles
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    +1 (208) 860-8348

    7. River Side (id - Boise)

    3 Reviews
    Lowman, ID
    28 miles
    Website

    $12 / night

    "Camping in walking a short distance to float the river"

    "This place is such a fun weekend getaway, it's far enough to get some peace and quiet, yet it is also close enough to where you can be in the mountains with a short drive"

    8. Alturas Inlet Campground

    5 Reviews
    Atlanta, ID
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 537-8888

    $24 - $48 / night

    "Alturas Lake Inlet campground is tucked into the lovely, shady forest around it. We saw plenty of birds, chipmunks and tiny wildflowers were all over our site in early July."

    "This is one of the most gorgeous locations for camping. The campground is right on the lake which is perfect for those of us who like to bring our canoes and kayaks. It is well cared for and clean."

    9. Salmon River Campground

    12 Reviews
    Stanley, ID
    38 miles
    Website

    "The river side is nice with campsites close to the river while the other side is just a street crossing away. Both are very similar otherwise. "

    "Primitive campsite near the river. Vault toilets were kept clean. Fire pits."

    10. Boise Riverside RV Park

    20 Reviews
    Garden City, ID
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 995-4864

    $53 - $95 / night

    "Feels like a little oasis tucked in behind the fairground and baseball stadium. The green belt and river run right by it. Super friendly staff. Variety of site types."

    "The campground all the way to Lucky Peak Reservoir, a distance of 19 miles."

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  • Scott B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 20, 2024

    Bull Trout Lake Campground

    Great Campground

    Spend 6 nights here while exploring Stanley, the sawtooths, and Boise National Forest. Big sites, beautiful lake, and very private. Really enjoyed our stay here.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2021

    Bench Creek Campground

    Quiet but no services

    Up near the top of the pass is Bench Creek campground. There are only 6 sites on this lollipop loop, all on the non-highway side. But you can hear the highway from everywhere in the campground. Sites 2, 3, and 4 back up nicely to the creek. Vault toilet but no water or trash, so pack in pack out. Across the highway are some OHV trails, so you will also get some of that noise in the day. Every site has the standard picnic table and fire pit, but fire season is real, so maybe skip the fire.

  • C. W.
    Oct. 6, 2020

    Waters Edge RV Resort

    Right next to the lake!

    Clean, leveled, friendly, only 1/4 mile to their downtown. Friendly and helpful staff, showers, toilets, beach area for swimming WITH lounge chairs, swimming right in front, volleyball court, dog walking trails, fire pits, horse shoe play area, etc! Only wish I was able to do laundry but coming back again! Oh and the best part, great fishing under the bridge!

  • Jeane L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 7, 2021

    Alturas Inlet Campground

    Good escape from the summer heat

    Alturas Lake Inlet campground is tucked into the lovely, shady forest around it. We saw plenty of birds, chipmunks and tiny wildflowers were all over our site in early July. The lake is a short walk but some campers drove over just to make it easier to tote their chairs and water gear. Bring layers - it can is cool in the evenings and at night (40s F) even in July but warm in the day, especially if you are out by the lake. We tent camped at site 17 and although it was near one of the many vault toilets, smaller trash dumpsters, and water spigots, our site was bigger and we set up a decent distance from it. Most sites seemed to have a good distance between each other and enough privacy courtesy of trees and various plant life. We didn’t have any issues, but there plenty of signs reminding campers to be bear aware. (We are pretty careful to keep our food, cooking supplies, toiletries and whatnot in our car when not in use anyway). We did not have cell service (Verizon) and it was a bit of a drive before we got it again. Overall, it’s a beautiful retreat well suited to escaping the heat of summer if you have a tent or small trailer/pull behind.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 18, 2022

    Salmon River Campground

    River and Road

     Right off of Hwy 75 you’ll find this first come first serve campground that has camping on either side of the road. The river side is currently closed for revegetation, erosion control, and habitat restoration. The other side is open. The river side is nice with campsites close to the river while the other side is just a street crossing away. Both are very similar otherwise. 

    Dusty gravel roads will loop you through the campground. The sites themselves are dirt and gravel with mostly level parking areas and each site varies in length. We would fit in many of them in our 26' Class C but larger rigs may have a problem. Each site has fire pit and picnic table. There are pit toilets and hand pump water available as well. There is a dumpster for trash but no recycling. There are no bear boxes so store food appropriately as bears are common in this area. 

    Road noise is an issue during the day as the campgrounds sit very close to the highway, but it dies down at night. Only 2 other campers there when we went.

    $18/night 

    Fire restrictions in effect at this time so NO FIRES 

    No cell reception ATT, Verizon or TMobile

  • J
    Aug. 16, 2021

    East Fork Baker Creek Campground

    Beautiful, spaced out sites

    This area is just 10 minutes south of Galena Lodge and 25 minutes north of Ketchum. We arrived on a Friday morning and had no problem finding a shaded, private site. There seemed to be a ton of options as you drive down Baker Creek (dirt road). Many have established fire pits.

  • N
    Jul. 25, 2025

    Smiley Creek Lodge

    Expensive and low quality

    We stayed here to be close to redfish lake to snatch a spot for camping there in the morning. For that it served its purpose but that is all that is positive about it. We had to pay 114 dollars for an rv site that was not level, did not have a picnic table or a fire ring, or even place to put a table and chairs. The bathroom is very far away, and there is only one, which does not have a door, but a shower curtain. The location is nice, but if possible I would keep driving to find a better place.

  • Mine
    Aug. 5, 2021

    Salmon River Campground

    Near Boat Box Hot Springs and the Salmon River

    Primitive campsite near the river. Vault toilets were kept clean. Fire pits.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 11, 2020

    Trinity View Resort

    Out in the middle of NOWHERE

    Fort Running Bear RV Park, Idaho

    If you like the middle of nowhere, you will like Fort Running Bear RV Park. It is approximately 32 miles to the middle of nowhere, the last three are on a dirt road. You are driving through scrub country with no trees and hills in the distance. Then you see a copse of trees in the distance. That is where you end up. This is an older campground, private and family run. There is a shower house attached to the swimming pool and a laundry room. The sites have room around them for tents, bikes, etc; a covered picnic table , most have shade and fire rings. There are full hookup sites and basic sites. When we visited the wind was wiping through the area. The owners are personable and friendly, the campground is well maintained. The shower house ...clean and a little old. This would be a nice place to spend a quiet weekend or time with the family. It would not make sense to use this campground for a base camp due to the distance from anywhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

What luxury amenities are available at Boise National Forest glamping locations?

Glamping locations near Boise National Forest offer a range of luxury amenities to enhance your wilderness experience. Arrowhead RV Park on the River provides a dedicated recreation area for children, a playground, and a communal fire pit area perfect for evening gatherings. Trinity View Resort offers a secluded retreat experience away from the crowds. Many glamping sites in the region feature upgraded facilities like clean showers, flush toilets, groomed sites, and convenient access to recreational activities. Some locations provide extras such as on-site dining options, common areas with games, and proximity to natural attractions like lakes, rivers, and hiking trails.

What is the best time of year for glamping in Boise National Forest?

The optimal glamping season in Boise National Forest runs from late spring through early fall (May-September). Summer months offer warm days ideal for enjoying water activities at places like Bull Trout Lake Campground, where you'll find beautiful lakeside settings and private sites. Early July brings wildflowers at locations such as Alturas Inlet Campground, creating a picturesque backdrop for glamping adventures. Be prepared for temperature variations, especially at higher elevations—even summer nights can be cool. Early fall offers stunning foliage with fewer crowds, while late spring provides rushing waters and greenery. Winter glamping is possible at some heated accommodations but expect limited access due to snow-covered roads.

Where are the best glamping sites in Boise National Forest?

For upscale glamping experiences near Boise National Forest, Smiley Creek Lodge offers yurts and cabins in a picturesque setting between Ketchum and Stanley, making it an ideal base for exploring the Sawtooth Mountains. The lodge features a restaurant, gas station, and common areas with games. Another excellent option is Waters Edge RV Resort, located just a quarter mile from downtown, offering a beach area with lounge chairs, swimming access, volleyball courts, and walking trails for dogs. For those seeking glamping experiences within the forest itself, consider exploring the more developed campgrounds that offer a comfortable wilderness experience with amenities beyond basic camping.

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