Best Tent Camping near Dover, ID

The forested mountains surrounding Dover, Idaho offer several tent-only camping options with varying levels of accessibility. Green Bay Campground on Lake Pend Oreille provides walk-in tent sites with lakefront views, though it's temporarily closed for 2024. Nearby, Maiden Rock Campground offers hike-in and boat-in tent camping with basic amenities. For those seeking more remote experiences, Pack River Dispersed Site and Scotchmans Peak provide free primitive tent camping with minimal facilities. Skookum Creek Campground, located about 30 miles west in Washington State, features spacious tent sites along a creek with vault toilets and drinking water.

Most tent campgrounds in the region have limited amenities, requiring campers to bring their own water and supplies. Sites typically feature dirt or forest duff surfaces with minimal grading. Fire rings are common at established sites, but firewood must be brought in or gathered where permitted. Vault toilets are available at some locations like Green Bay and Skookum Creek, but many primitive sites have no facilities. Roads to backcountry tent camping areas often require high-clearance vehicles, with several becoming impassable during winter and spring snowmelt. Proper food storage is essential throughout the area due to wildlife activity.

During weekdays, tent campers often find complete solitude at these sites. One visitor to Navigation Campground noted, "While all the drive-up sites on lower Priest Lake were full, there was no one at Navigation," highlighting the benefits of walk-in tent sites. At Skookum Creek, a camper reported that "each site has a nice fire ring, large picnic table, and loads of elbow room," making it ideal for tent camping. Beehive Lake Dispersed camping requires a strenuous hike but rewards backcountry tent campers with clear alpine waters and seasonal huckleberry picking. Most primitive tent camping areas in the region offer excellent access to hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and wildlife viewing, with moose, deer, and various bird species commonly spotted.

Best Tent Sites Near Dover, Idaho (47)

    1. Green Bay Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED 2024

    12 Reviews
    Kaniksu National Forest, ID
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 263-5111

    $15 / night

    "There is a single vault toilet, they ask that you bring a bucket and shovel for solid waste. Bring your own way to dispose of trash, and have a way to lock it up, or animals WILL get into it."

    "Lightning cutting across the lake was a real spook. We brought our kayaks into the water in the sunny part of the day, other camping spots available by boat if you can get there!"

    2. Maiden Rock Campground

    1 Review
    Idaho Panhandle National Forests, ID
    12 miles

    "Boat and hike in only access. No pump for water source, only lake or creek. Multiple sites. 3 bouy-tethers for boats."

    3. Pack River Dispersed Site

    2 Reviews
    Naples, ID
    18 miles

    "Remember to leave not trace and pack out your trash!"

    4. Bartoo Island Boat-in Campground

    3 Reviews
    Coolin, ID
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 443-2512

    $15 / night

    "First come, first serve sites are your best bet for getting a campsite on Priest Lake during peak season. I was able to snag one of the 10ish first come sites last minute for a weekend."

    "Large and private, nice beach, good wind block. Will definitely be back."

    5. Kalispell Island Boat-in Campground

    3 Reviews
    Nordman, ID
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 443-2512

    $15 / night

    "Storms all around us but the views were beautiful. Nature is beautiful. Set up our hammocks, tents and brought out fishing poles."

    "Nice to have bathrooms, although you may want to bring extra to, and decent space between you and the next campsite."

    6. Scotchmans Peak

    2 Reviews
    Clark Fork, ID
    24 miles

    "Be sure to read trail reports and weather reports before heading out. North Idaho weather can be pretty finicky, especially at high elevations. Make sure to be aware of wildlife as well!"

    "Plenty of wildlife. I have only been one time and not seen mountain goats. Not too many people camp up here however there are spots/ clearings where it’s obvious a camp site would be."

    7. Kalispell Island West Shores Campground

    1 Review
    Nordman, ID
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 443-2512

    "Vault toilet is close and easy to find in the dark. Beautiful sunsets!"

    8. Roman Nose

    2 Reviews
    Naples, ID
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 267-5561

    "We really enjoyed the hike to the upper lakes as well."

    9. Skookum Creek Campground

    3 Reviews
    Usk, WA
    29 miles
    Website

    "However, each site has a nice fire ring, large picnic table, and loads of elbow room. The vault toilets are relatively new and well maintained."

    "It's a relatively small loop campground along a creek, close to the Pend Oreille River. Gravel road, ideal for tent camping."

    10. Beehive Lake Dispersed

    1 Review
    Naples, ID
    27 miles

    "This hike-in lake campground is a true alpine treasure, but be prepared to work for it! The hike to get there is pretty strenuous, with some tough climbs along the way."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Dover, ID

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Guide to Dover

Tent camping near Dover, Idaho offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature, with stunning views and a variety of outdoor activities to enjoy.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

Some prices for tent camping range from $0 to $20

  • Scotchmans Peak is a free option for those looking to camp without breaking the bank, though it requires a challenging hike.
  • Maiden Rock Campground offers a low-cost camping experience with access via boat or hike, making it a unique getaway.
  • Roman Nose has a small fee for camping, but the peaceful environment and proximity to nature make it worthwhile.

Local activities to enjoy while tent camping

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Dover, ID is Green Bay Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED 2024 with a 5-star rating from 12 reviews.

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