Glamping options close to Fish Haven, Idaho range from luxury safari tents to fully equipped yurts that offer premium nature experiences without sacrificing comfort. The region sits at approximately 5,900 feet elevation and experiences cool summer nights even when daytime temperatures reach the 80s. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing from November through March.
What to do
Hiking near the lake: Sunrise Campground provides access to several trails with lake views. One visitor noted, "Behind the bathrooms on the South side there is a little trail with a beautiful view of the lake. If you go exploring behind the East bathrooms you'll see a little creek."
Fishing opportunities: Tony Grove Campground offers excellent fishing options and family-friendly shorelines. A reviewer mentioned, "The lake is a short walk and has a nice path all the way around it with some good fishing areas and a small 'beach' area."
Wildlife viewing: The hills around Bear Lake provide natural habitat for local wildlife. At OsoBlu Bear Lake Yurts, a guest observed, "There were deer grazing down the hill in the evening," highlighting the natural encounters possible while glamping near Fish Haven.
What campers like
Privacy despite proximity: Many glamping sites near Fish Haven are designed to maximize privacy. At OsoBlu Bear Lake Yurts, campers appreciate how "the yurts are close together but the way they are layed out and turned greatly increased the privacy feeling."
Clean facilities: Willow Flat Campground receives consistent praise for maintenance. One reviewer shared, "The cleanest bathrooms! Camp host was friendly and helpful with questions about exploring the area."
Natural cooling: The creek at Willow Flat Campground creates a natural cooling effect. A camper remarked, "The creek was 10 ft from our tent. The water was freezing, but clean and refreshing. It was just the right altitude to provide relief from the summer heat."
What you should know
Reservation timing: Popular glamping sites fill quickly during peak season. At Willow Flat, a visitor observed, "We did not have reservations but were able to find this spot and several others to choose from on a Monday-Wednesday. Seems it filled up with reservations from Thursday-Sunday."
Seasonal conditions: Montpelier Creek KOA can experience significant temperature fluctuations. One camper reported arriving when "it was raining and the temperature was 37 degrees and due to drop to 29 overnight" despite visiting during camping season.
Cell service variability: Connectivity varies significantly between glamping locations near Fish Haven. While some areas have limited reception, OsoBlu Yurts offers "Verizon 5g cell coverage" according to a recent guest.
Tips for camping with families
Activity options: Bear Lake/Marina Side KOA Holiday provides numerous family activities. A reviewer highlighted, "Activities range from basketball, pickle ball, bounce area, mini golf, shuffle board, sand volleyball, and a pool as well as hot tub."
Kid-friendly wildlife experiences: Children often enjoy wildlife sightings at Willow Flat Campground. A family mentioned, "My boys could have stayed two weeks fishing the creek! Lots of trout. Saw a moose!"
Alternative to tents: For families new to glamping near Fish Haven, Sunrise Campground offers yurts that one visitor called "a game changer" explaining, "It is honestly so nice once in a while to not have to put up camp or break camp."
Tips from RVers
Site access considerations: Rendezvous Beach — Bear Lake State Park provides good RV access but limited shade. A camper noted, "While the sites are uninspiring with very few shade trees, the beach is right there, the sand is nice, and one can wade out quite far in the water."
Road conditions: Tony Grove Campground has some access limitations. An RVer warned, "The road in the campground is tight on some corners for longer rigs. A lot of spots are difficult to back into with a trailer. Small trailers and tents will work best up here."
Hook-up availability: Bear Lake/Marina Side KOA Holiday offers full hookup options. One visitor reported staying in an "RV supersite that included a private hot tub and BBQ grill," indicating premium RV accommodations are available for those seeking luxury glamping experiences near Fish Haven.
