Best Tent Camping near Leadore, ID

Recent Tent Reviews near Leadore, Idaho

129 Reviews of 27 Leadore Campgrounds

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  Donna S.

  Guide

  

  Jan. 5, 2015

  East Creek Campground

  PRIVATE!! 4 Sites only!

  East Creek Campground is a quaint low-use campground. There are 4 tent sites with 2 vault toilets. There is no water, so bring your own. East Creek is located 40 min south of Dillon, MT near Lima (15 miles north of the Montana/Idaho state line just off I-15). There are 6-7 miles of dirt roads through private properties to get to the campground.

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  Joshua P.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 13, 2020

  Round Valley RV Park

  Quiet & Clean

  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. Check in was fast and rates are reasonable for tent site. I had a site with power and water. It was close to the bath house. Overall, a great place for a nights stay on the road.

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  Eric D.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 10, 2022

  Cottonwood Recreation Site

  Very nice place!

  Probably 15-20 camper spots all paved. 5 or so tent sites. Very nice. Water and dumpsters!

  My recommendation: stay on the river side, the highway side can get a little loud.

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  Phil M.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 31, 2021

  Challis Hot Springs

  Superb campground!

  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.

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  William B.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 3, 2022

  Barretts Park - USBR

  Free campsite

  2 great back in sites tucked into the trees with fire rings and tables. Other areas are a parking lot. Multiple tent sites. Bathroom was clean and stocked with tp. Hand pump water was broken in the camping area. Day use area has functioning water pump, but no way to drive to it. Great place to fish.

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  Annie C.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 9, 2021

  Challis Hot Springs

  Everything but the kitchen sink

  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(two mountain goats lead me in on the road); walking trail; shade trees(no hammocks allowed). And it is next to the Snake river. Seriously?? Ok, so the tent sites are really close to the RV sites, but with electric there aren’t any generators running. And the pools close at 9pm, which seems kinda early when the sun doesn’t set until almost 9:30. But I get it. And you are close to the town of Challis with two grocery stores and two gas stations and a Family Dollar. If you can’t find what you need, you probably don’t need it. Besides, you are going to spend all of your time in the water or playing land games. The bathrooms and showers are open 24hrs a day so you don’t even have to use the porta potties scattered around the property if you don’t want to.

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  Fred S.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 28, 2024

  BLM Skull Canyon Road Dispersed

  Dispersed Camping in a Canyon

  Coordinartes: 44.16547,-112.90392. Beautiful views. Large dirt and gravel site, right along side to Skull Canyon Road, about a mile from ID Hwy 28. Canyon walls on each side. Rough narrow rocky track to the site from the highway; recommend high clearance. High humps on this track. Small rock fire ring. Grass and sagebrush all around site. Some leveling may be required. Tent camping possible. Very peaceful; can hardly hear road noise from highway. The only vehicle that drove by was a national forest truck. No cell service. There are several boondocking sites, some with vault toilets nearby, along Hwy 28 in the Birch Creek Recreation Area.

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  ShayLee C.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 10, 2023

  Meadow Lake Campground

  Amazing views!

  It’s a long uphill drive on a narrow road to get there but it’s worth it! Each camp site is nice with plenty of space, fire pit and tent site. We took our chances on a Wednesday night in mid August and got lucky. Two sites were still open. With the drive and location we were surprised how many people were there but it was still very quiet and peaceful. The lake is beautiful and would be fun to kayak or paddle board on. We did some hiking up the trails to look over the campsite and the lake but did not take the full trail. Bathrooms were very clean and well stocked.

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  Rebecca L.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 15, 2020

  Shoup Bridge Campground — Salmon Field Office (Blm)

  Convenient but at a price

  Stayed two nights at this campground in August. There was a camp host setup, but we didn’t see him at all while we stayed. He did not seem to be staying here. The toilets ran out of tp and many people could not get their questions answered. It’s also only about 20 feet from the highway, so expect a lot of traffic noise at all hours. There is a boat loading dock located here as well, so many people were driving in and out all day. Cell service was good if we needed it but there are several more remote areas only about 20 minutes in to the forest that actually feel like camping (Cougar Point and William’s Lake). Overall it’s decent but I recommend it more as a pit stop if you need to crash for a night. The tent sites are well maintained and running water was a plus.

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  Alan B.

  Legend

  

  Aug. 23, 2019

  Lewis & Clark Campground

  RV Camping Right by a Beautiful Reservoir!

  A beautiful combination of the mountains and Big Sky of Montana!  This reservoir is quite large and even has a cool little island in the middle of it that you can cliff dive from when the waters are high enough!  There are boat docks, day-use areas, and campgrounds spread all around the reservoir.  The campground we featured in this review was an RV only site (because why would you tent camp there) that was right next to the Lewis & Clark Day-use area that has a giant canoe and flag pole.  It is an extended stay RV site with the option for paying for weeks if you plan on spending a good chunk of your summer here.  

  Right along the road on the dam there is a sign showing you that you're halfway between the equator and the north pole!  Also nearby is the cute, cozy town of Dillon, where you can venture into the 1st Patagonia and Great Harvest stores in the world!  If you're here around Labor Day they also have a great rodeo and parade and the Patagonia Store has HUGE discounts!

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  Reed S.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 27, 2019

  Leadore City Park

  Leadore City Park

  Right before you come in to Leadore from the north/west on hwy 28. Decent. Works in a pinch 5$ water and bathrooms

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  Angela C.

  Scout

  

  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!

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  Wagner F.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 15, 2020

  Williams Lake Campground

  Great place!

  We went there with two tents. The sites are large and there are enough space for more than 2 or 3 tents easily. The sites are well organized and clean, the bathrooms are well maintained and the camping is pretty close to the lake, you can reach the lake with a 3 - 5 minutes walk. We had a really good experience. Just be aware to check your car breaks because the back travel is downhill the mountains.

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  Juliana H.

  Ranger

  

  Jun. 10, 2020

  Meadow Lake Campground

  Stunning view and remote feel

  This campground is located at the base of sheep mountain, with a gorgeous view of the steep walls and a beautiful lake. We went when the campground was not officially open yet - still tons of snow - but I slept in my truck tent and the dogs had a fantastic time!

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  Csrol F.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 20, 2020

  Round Valley RV Park

  Clean

  Stopped here on my road trip around Idaho. Very clean very open great views of the mountains around the valley. Clean restrooms nice showers.

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  Dexter I.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 16, 2021

  Shoup Bridge Campground — Salmon Field Office (Blm)

  Small campgound on Salmon river and highway

  Shoup Bridge  Campground is a small Campground surrounding cottonwood trees along the banks of the Salmon River. It is also right along the Highway.  We found this a pleasant campground to stay in, plenty of flat ground for our tents and only $5 a night.  A few sites are quite small, but still room for a tent. This was our Scouts jumping off point for a backpacking trip the next day.  While next to the highway we expected a lot of noise during the night, but that was not our experience, the only real road noise we had was in the early morning with worked out as it helped wake us up.  Each site has a picnic table and metal fire ring.  Water is available and the area has a vault toilet and trash cans.  Campground has a boat launch.

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  Kim R.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 20, 2021

  Challis Hot Springs

  Beautiful park on the river

  This Park is beautiful with spots on the river the rest of the park is green and lush with hot springs and showers that are very clean. $30 a night for a camp spot and we had rooftop tent♥️

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  Karla B.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 29, 2018

  Challis Hot Springs

  A relaxing soak and a spacious site

  This private Hotsprings has two pools - ine 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. Playground. Showers.

  bring your mountain bike or running shoes for a relaxing ride or run on the country access roads.

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  Julie W.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 10, 2017

  Morgan Bar Campground

  Nice place to stop on road trip

  We stopped here to sleep on our way to Glacier NP. It was easy to find but off the main road and quiet. Very clean campsites with fire pits and trash cans. We drove around the campsite before we left, all the sites were camper trailer friendly and had grassy areas for tents. All for $5

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  Greg B.

  Ranger

  

  Aug. 15, 2023

  Challis Hot Springs

  What a GORGEOUS place!!

  After riding ID75, it was time to find camp. Sure there are a bazillion to choose from along the highway, but I wanted to soak in the highly reviewed waters. I was NOT disappointed!!! Beautiful lawn, one of the freshest hot springs I’ve visited, and great campers. Side not: this place was recently purchased/handed over to the Idaho State Parks system.

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  Mack T.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 10, 2021

  Bayhorse Recreation Site

  Good site when you need one.

  I would say there are plenty more options along 93 that are worth your time but if you’re like us and needed a place last minute, it’ll do. Maybe about 12-17 sites and only 3 were filled when we showed up at 9:30pm. All rvs. There is a bathroom and running water. Hosts are there and mind their own business. $10. It’s along the road so expect head lights every 20-30 minutes. It’s along the snake river but there is no noise from it at that location. Also there is a sprinkler system that randomly comes on all over the campground so be cautious of that. It scared the living crap out of us in the middle of the night and you could easily get wet if you put your tent in the wrong spot.

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  Alan B.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 7, 2019

  Barretts Station Park Campground

  Beautiful Spot by the River w/ Fishing & Climbing Nearby

  We've stopped here in the past but this was the first time we've seen the area so green!  It is a great pit stop or last minute spot right along the interstate going towards Dillon, MT.  There are plenty of spaces to pull up your RV or to toss a tent into the big open grass yard.  The north side isnt very shaded but close to the amenities and the south side has plenty of cottonwood trees to hang out under.  Nearby is a great river to fish in and the Native American site known as Rattlesnake Rock that looms over the river and park to the east.  There are some good albeit "spicy" sport and trad routes on the rock but as the name implies keep an eye out for snakes!  Nearby is the large Clark Canyon Reservoir where you can cool off and do some exhilarating cliff diving as long as the reservoir pool is high.

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  Alan B.

  Legend

  

  Aug. 23, 2019

  Mt. Borah Trailhead and Camping Area

  Wonderful Views @ a Semi-Primitive CG

  Wow!  Absolutely the best spot to set up camp if you're looking at doing an alpine attempt on the roof of Idaho, Mt. Borah!  The campground sits right around 7200'  which is a decent bit cooler than the Big Lost River Valley to the west.  There is also a good bit of shade despite there being few large trees.  Its kind of a transition between the sage brush and juniper climate zones.  There are picnic tables and metal fire rings @ each site but there is absolutely no running water so be sure to fill your water bottles and camelbaks in Mackey which is the closest town.  There are vault toilets but no other amenities.  The perk of being fairly primitive is that the sites are only $5 a night!

  If you're planning on summiting Borah it's a good idea to get an alpine start <6 AM so you don't get baked by the sun as there's no shade the last 2 miles and sparse shade the first 1.5.  It is a brutal hike if you're not prepared.  The trail ascends 5200' of elevation in just over 3.5 miles.  Your legs will probably burn, bring hiking poles for the descent!  If you don't feel like hiking there are plenty of rivers nearby in which to fish and great spots to check out the scarp of the 1980's Mt. Borah earthquake, which you drive across on the way to the campground/trailhead.

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  Beth B.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 22, 2018

  Timber Creek Reservoir

  Very secluded!

  There are vault toilets accross the river, otherwise digging your own holes is your best alternative, no running water other than a river. If you have means to filter water, no problem. Trails are well maintained, beautiful hikes!

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  Krystal C.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 16, 2018

  Big Eightmile /Trailhead

  Camping in Leadore

  There are designated camp spots with a bathroom and fire pits towatds the end of the road, but before the campground there are a lot of spots on the way to the campground where there are fire pits that feel more secluded so you are not on top of everybody.

  Dairy creek trail was a short and fun trail. Able to complete it and the water was super clear and prettyAlso tried Patterson trail, Devils lake, Everson trail, eight mile trail which not able to complete due to snow or fallen trees in the way.

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  Shayna B.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 11, 2018

  Meadow Lake Campground

  Remote and unique

  There is great fishing and hiking right at the campground. No need to drive once you park your car. Only two sites can be reserved before hand and all of the other are first come first serve. Clean campsites and bathrooms are always a plus. The views from the campsite is worth the drive.

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  Keith O.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 6, 2019

  Meadow Lake Campground

  A taste of the alpine

  This is a very nice and clean campground situated within a small cirque of mountain summits. The campground is adjacent to a small lake with fishing and small boat opportunities. There is a small trail system with a trailhead at each end of the campground, a 3/4 mile loop between the two through subalpine forest, and two other trails off of that loop that go higher up to a small pond and eventually up to the 10,200 ft Lemhi Pass with views to mountain ranges to the west.

  There are two latrines that are well maintained and drinking water is available during the warm season.