Best RV Parks & Resorts near Challis, ID

Round Valley RV Park in Challis features gravel pull-through sites for recreational vehicles with water, sewer, and electric hookups. The park operates from April 15 to November 30 and accommodates large RVs with full hookup capabilities. Sites include picnic tables and trash service, with most offering minimal shade. Challis Hot Springs, open year-round, provides RV sites with 50-amp electrical connections, water, and sewer hookups along the Salmon River. Pioneer Motel & RV Park offers basic RV accommodations with water, sewer, and electrical service. The Challis Golf Course RV Park operates seasonally from April to October with utility connections for larger vehicles. "Many large and well spaced pull through sites, all on gravel. Very little shade. Water, sewer and electric all good. Easy in and out."

Between April and October, most RV parks in the Challis area maintain full operations, though some remain open year-round with limited services during winter months. Dump stations are available at Round Valley RV Park and Challis Hot Springs for waste disposal. Cell service varies throughout the mountainous terrain, with better connectivity in town than at outlying campgrounds. Most parks permit pets on leash, though specific rules vary by location. Near Salmon, approximately 45 miles north of Challis, Elk Bend RV Park provides additional options with riverside access. A visitor noted that Challis Hot Springs has "good and spacious RV sites along the Salmon River" with showers and recreational amenities including hot spring pools with temperatures ranging from 97 to 107 degrees.

Best RV Sites Near Challis, Idaho (77)

    1. Round Valley RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Challis, ID
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (208) 879-2393

    "On a motorcycle trip through Idaho and this place met my needs. It is close to town but no noise from the highway. It was walking distance to grocery store and gas station."

    "Many large and well spaced pull through sites, all on gravel. Very little shade. Water, sewer and electric all good. Easy in and out. Access the OHV trails from here."

    2. Stanley rv + camp

    7 Reviews
    Stanley, ID
    43 miles
    Website

    $50 - $70 / night

    "Clean facilities and super friendly staff, I’m looking at you sierra! Stay one night after being off grid for days. Did some cleaning and laundry $2.50 a load. Amazing views from our spot."

    "Friendly staff. Had hot showers. Bathroom and laundry. The night sky was beautiful."

    3. Cactus River Ranch RV & Campground

    1 Review
    Salmon, ID
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 596-5432

    $35 - $65 / night

    "Beautiful river - the non service site is great- easy back in with 24 ft TT. Wouldn’t choose service sites. Too close together and hard right angles."

    4. Pioneer Motel & RV Park

    1 Review
    Challis, ID
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (208) 879-6791

    6. Andreas on the River RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Salmon, ID
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 756-2063

    $45 - $75 / night

    "We enjoyed 2 nights here alongside the river with full hookups. The host was very kind and helpful with our questions.
    Easy 5 minute walk to town."

    "We have done only boondocking but were tired and wanted proximity to town. A few spots left and asked for one on the river, which had its own deck."

    7. Elk Bend RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Cobalt, ID
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 894-4549

    "We set up our daughter in our Super C here for 2 months while she worked in nearby Salmon during the busy season."

    "We stayed two nights in this delightful peaceful campground. The owner was incredibly nice, accommodating and kept this place so well-maintained."

    8. Challis Hot Springs

    10 Reviews
    Challis, ID
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 879-4442

    $29 - $43 / night

    "This private Hotsprings has two pools - ine about 97 degrees ( large and inviting), the second is smaller and hotter at 107!"

    "Nice campground. 30 & 50 amp with water. Dump station on site. Great Hot pools included with camp fee"

    9. The Sawmill Station

    2 Reviews
    Clayton, ID
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 838-2400

    $30 / night

    "We didn't have a picnic table or fire pit- not needed since we were only staying for a night. This area is very remote and we didn't have any AT&T cell service the entire time."

    "It was the perfect location close to Stanley. It was a bit dusty. Bathroom was clean. Showers were good. The food at the restaurant was amazing. We have AT&T and no cell service."

    10. Mountains Hideaway Campground

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    Salmon, ID
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 993-0631

    $25 / night

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RV Park Reviews near Challis, ID

264 Reviews of 77 Challis Campgrounds


  • Angela C.
    Jul. 18, 2022

    Elk Bend RV Park

    Peaceful and Idyllic

    We set up our daughter in our Super C here for 2 months while she worked in nearby Salmon during the busy season. We were so happy with the beautiful scenery, quiet grounds, and excellent service from the owner. If she ever needed anything, they were happy to help. There is a clean laundry room, showers, and bathrooms onsite, and more than enough space for a 40 foot RV. There are shade trees, some grass sites, some landscape rock sites, picnic tables, a gas firepit, and an onsite mini-store if you need. The owner waited for us until we arrived, helped us get our bearings, and then grew to be a friend. If you are needing to camp(even in a tent!) anywhere near Salmon, Idaho, you need to go and see Stewart at Elk Bend RV Park. Say hi to the deer that roam the area, too, or walk across the street and listen to the Salmon River. Just a beautiful area! Sites with full hookups and not. Would not hesitate to recommend Elk Bend RV Park.

    Pet Friendly!

  • Nancy C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 8, 2021

    Torreys Burnt Creek Inn

    Family owned. Lush and green on the Salmon River

    The original owners really take pride in ownership. They have 6 cabins and RV park on 15 acres along the river.

    Pros: *beautifu lush green grass sites with amazing views of the Sawtooth NF *full hookups *wifi included *only $48 including tax *there is a camp store with beer, ice cream and other basic.
    *reading library *wildlife visits not unusual. *direct river access for fishing or floating *natural hot springs flowing into the Salmon just south. Great place for a soak *6 cabins nestled in the pines.

    Cons: *no cell service (have wifi though) *rv sites have no shade *no shower house.

  • cThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 9, 2021

    Sunny Gulch Campground

    Great campground

    No hookups but water spigots are scattered about the cg. Very private sites widely spaced out. Level, gravel back in spots with metal picnic tables on concrete pad. Some highway noise but not a problem and quiet at night. Very nice.

  • Nancy C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 5, 2021

    Murdock Creek Dispersed

    Remote and close to everything

    We took a chance and scouted a right before the 4th of July weekend and we scored big time. Site #1. Because of the view, we pulled our 30ft class A in instead of backing. We had long range, multi tiered views of the Sawtooth Mtn. The sites are generously spaced with picnic table and fire ring. There is a camp host and firewood is available at their site.. Water is available at the dump station located on the left before you arrive. It services all area NF service campgrounds as well as paid for others not. We had good ATT service 2 and 3 bars. Most of the sites have some shade. There are other disbursed campsites on the main FS road, but we were not disturbed by cars. It is super quiet at night. The night was cool. Lots of hiking , mountain biking and fishing in the immediate area. Ketchum and Sun Valley are 15 min away. The rails to trails multi purpose trail starts just down the road. Super safe place to ride. 30 + miles . We don't want to leave.

  • Mark The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Redfish Lake Overflow Dispersed

    Convienent location

    Convenient location to Redfish Lake and Stanley. Road and spots have recently been updated with packed sand like substance. Sites marked with large stones. To the far right there is no trailer turn around but a site large enough for a 5th wheel if you back all the way in. Center area has back in and a couple pull thrus. To the left there are 7 back in spots and 1 in the middle that can be a pull thru. The left side is better for solar with larger spots. Potable water and dump at both Redfish Lake and Stanley Ranger station. Both areas are $12 and both a short drive. Dumpsters at both locations. We were her mid September and it was pretty open during the week but filled up on the weekend. Close to 75 so road noise but it calms down at night. 4 rating was because of road noise and generators (including open frame) running nonstop over the weekend. Weather was beautiful (70s) during day and low 30s to high 20s at night. Propane refill in Stanley.

  • Julia M.
    Oct. 9, 2020

    The Sawmill Station

    Great spot to stay - On the way to Sun Valley!

    We found this little gem while planning a stop over from Missoula to Sun Valley. It served us well for the night. It was very spacious, accessible roads, very friendly and accommodating staff. Our site had plenty of space for our trailer and truck and then some. It has recently opened so a work in progress. The gravel is a bit sharp at the sites, but it didn't do any harm for us and didn't seem to be affecting any others in the park. You are nestled up against the beautiful foothills and apparently is a good spot for those with ATVs. We didn't have a picnic table or fire pit- not needed since we were only staying for a night. This area is very remote and we didn't have any AT&T cell service the entire time. We also logged into their wifi but it never worked for us. I was able to send an imessage, but that was it. It was kind of nice to be forced to shut technology down for a night, although I wouldn't recommend this place during a work week if you work remote. You might be completely out of luck. They even have a cafe and patio in the office where you check in that has delicious food, milkshakes, cocktails, etc. They accept Good Sam membership. I'm giving them a 4 out 5 because their friendly staff, the cafe, the unique setting, the spacious site all made up for an overnight with no cell service or wifi. If they could get their wifi up to speed for the entire park, they'd be golden!

  • M
    Sep. 5, 2020

    Joe T. Fallini Campground

    Fabulous !

    We enjoyed our stay here so much, we stayed an extra couple of days! This is a well-kept, well-designed BLM campground. Some spaces have shade trees, some do not. Many provide nice views of the lake. Sites are all paved as are the roads (no dust). They all have fire pits and picnic tables - some with shade covers. Lots of pull through sites. Each site has water and electricity. There is a RV dump within the campground. Can’t beat it for $14 per night! Our Verizon cellphone services wasn’t very good, but that’s my only complaint.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 1, 2024

    Casino Creek Campground

    Access to excellent trails

    Camped in site #15 on Sept 27, 2024. Paid $10 with senior pass. Nothing remarkable about the campground itself, but the trails leading out of the campground are really good. There is access to the Salmon River at the end of the campground road for bank/fly fishing; caught a nice rainbow trout. Sites along the river appear larger than those backing up to the hill. The river side sites are open sky, good for solar recharging and Starlink. The sites across the road have partial shade. There were a few pull-thrus; otherwise, back-ins. Campground is popular for OHV enthusiasts and hikers. Most sites are close to the dusty campground road. Vault toilet was not quite clean, although it was at the end of the summer season. There is a hand water pump. Site 15 is a small, almost level site with a pea gravel surface; it appeared to have a tent pad at the rear. This site has a table and metal fire ring. There is road noise from highway 75 across the river. It was very busy here during our stay, probably because forest service campgrounds west of Stanley were closed due to wildfires. There were a lot of drive-bys on the campground road. Nearby travel trailers with large noisy families kind of ruined the ambiance of this small campground; did not respect quiet hours. Campground probably okay for an overnight stay, fly fishing on the Salmon River or for accessing the trailheads. Overall, I did not enjoy camping here. I did, however, enjoyed hiking and fishing here. I am not likely to camp here again.

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2019

    Sockeye Campground

    Amazing location

    This campground is the only no reservation campground accessible by car on Redfish Lake. It’s great if you are looking to score a campsite without a reservation. It’s a great location on the lake, beautiful view of the sawtooth range and a short walk to the beach. The campsites have flat tent sites, concrete pads for the picnic tables and fire rings and most have trees for some shade. The only down side is the boat and jet ski noise during the day. If you are looking to get away from everything you may want to look at some of the nearby river campgrounds. The bathrooms and campsites were very very clean and the camp hosts were very friendly. If you are looking for a good hike take the ferry from the lodge to the far side of the lake!


Guide to Challis

Challis, Idaho sits at approximately 5,000 feet elevation in the Salmon River Valley, surrounded by the Salmon-Challis National Forest and nearby mountain ranges. Camping options in this high desert region experience significant temperature fluctuations, with summer days reaching the 90s and nights dropping to the 40s. RV accommodations in the area range from basic utility connections at campgrounds within town to riverside sites with mountain views along nearby waterways.

What to do

Fishing access: Challis Hot Springs offers campsites along the Salmon River with direct fishing opportunities. "This private Hotsprings has two pools - one about 97 degrees (large and inviting), the second is smaller and hotter at 107! Located about 7 miles from Challis it has great lawn areas for tents, and shaded RV sites along the Salmon River," notes reviewer Karla B.

Hot springs relaxation: The natural thermal waters provide year-round soaking options for campers staying at Challis Hot Springs. Annie C. shares, "This place has it ALLLLL. Tent sites, RV sites w/electric and water, dry sites; boat ramp; playground, volleyball net, clothes lines, hot springs pools(2!); showers; camp store with ice; WiFi; wildlife..."

Trail exploration: Areas surrounding The Sawmill Station offer ATV and hiking trails through the foothills. "You are nestled up against the beautiful foothills and apparently is a good spot for those with ATVs," explains Julia M. The station serves as a convenient basecamp for outdoor recreation with spacious sites and restaurant facilities.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Bathroom and shower amenities receive consistent praise at RV parks in Challis. "Stopped here on my road trip around Idaho. Very clean very open great views of the mountains around the valley. Clean restrooms nice showers," reports Csrol F. about Round Valley RV Park.

River proximity: Salmon River access ranks high among camper preferences. Daniel & Vicky C. describe their experience at Andreas on the River RV Park: "We enjoyed 2 nights here alongside the river with full hookups. The host was very kind and helpful with our questions. Easy 5 minute walk to town. Great local grocery, bakery, and a few breweries."

Recreational amenities: On-site activities enhance the camping experience at several locations. Phil M. shares about Challis Hot Springs: "We stayed the night in a tent site, the place was beautiful! All the grass is nice and green, volleyball court, playground, two different hot pools from Hot springs. Beautiful flowers, right on the river! There's also hiking trails behind the campground."

What you should know

Limited connectivity: Cell service varies significantly throughout the Challis area. Julia M. explains about The Sawmill Station: "This area is very remote and we didn't have any AT&T cell service the entire time. We also logged into their wifi but it never worked for us. I was able to send an imessage, but that was it."

Limited shade coverage: Many RV parks in Challis feature open sites with minimal tree cover. "Many large and well spaced pull through sites, all on gravel. Very little shade," notes a Round Valley RV Park visitor.

Town proximity: For supplies and services, Elk Bend RV Park near Salmon provides convenient access. Cindy G. advises, "Restaurant across the street that has a pretty patio really really nice town. This is a more remote town but an excellent stop."

Tips for camping with families

Hot springs temperature options: Families with children can enjoy pools of varying temperatures at Challis Hot Springs. Leslie J. explains, "Nice campground. 30 & 50 amp with water. Dump station on site. Great Hot pools included with camp fee."

Playground facilities: Multiple RV parks offer play areas for children. "The campground is well maintained and quiet and there is a walking trail on the property," reports Ray & Terri F. about their stay at Challis Hot Springs.

Weather preparation: Pack for temperature fluctuations even in summer months. Joshua P. shares about his experience at Round Valley RV Park: "On a motorcycle trip through Idaho and this place met my needs. It is close to town but no noise from the highway. It was walking distance to grocery store and gas station."

Tips from RVers

Grocery planning: Limited grocery options mean advanced planning is necessary. Jeannie P. advises, "I would recommend getting groceries before you arrive bc local store is pitiful. We had a beautiful view of the Sawtooth Mountain range from our campsite."

Site selection considerations: Choose sites strategically based on shade and amenities. "Good and spacious RV sites along the Salmon River," notes a visitor about Challis Hot Springs, highlighting the balance between river access and facility proximity.

Walking distance amenities: Several RV parks in Challis provide walking access to town services. Cia S. describes Andreas on the River RV Park: "Walked to dinner at Shady Nook. My second pic is a drive we took on Shoup Rd."

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