Best Glamping near Mesa, ID

Waters Edge RV Resort and Arrowhead RV Park on the River in Cascade include dedicated glamping accommodations with modern amenities while maintaining a connection to nature. Both parks house glamping-style cabins with comfortable beds and private settings along the Payette River, allowing for a luxury camping experience without sacrificing comfort. The sites at Waters Edge feature picnic tables, fire pits and access to full bathroom facilities with showers. "We had a beautiful site on the river," noted one reviewer about Arrowhead RV Park, highlighting the premium waterfront locations that make these glamping spots particularly desirable. Guests at Waters Edge appreciate the leveled sites, beach area for swimming with lounge chairs, and proximity to downtown Cascade, just a quarter mile away.

The natural riverside setting provides excellent opportunities for fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, and floating during summer months. Osprey Point at Lake Cascade State Park offers yurt accommodations with picnic tables, fire rings and access to vault toilets in a scenic lakeside environment perfect for water activities. A visitor described Waters Edge as a "family oriented destination" with "big group fun" including amenities like volleyball courts, dog walking trails, and horseshoe play areas. During fall months, the area transforms with vibrant foliage, making it ideal for wildlife viewing along the riverside paths. Most glamping accommodations in the area operate seasonally from May through October, with peak season running from Memorial Day to Labor Day when water activities are most accessible. Several locations offer eco-friendly canvas accommodations with minimal environmental impact while maintaining luxurious touches.

Best Glamping Sites Near Mesa, Idaho (16)

    1. Rainbow Point

    5 Reviews
    Donnelly, ID
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 382-7400

    $15 - $30 / night

    "The beach at the lake is lovely. Site #7 backs up to a large beach area. The campground is convenient to Donnelly and McCall, and quite close to Tamarack Resort (7 minutes), if you are riding there."

    "Close to the water, very chilly at the end of the season. Glad to have toilets and water."

    2. Waters Edge RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Cascade, ID
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 382-3120

    "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!"

    "Staff very friendly and accommodating. Sites are pretty level. Campground within walking distance to town, good river front area. Fairly quiet, we will come again!"

    3. Buck Park Cabin

    1 Review
    Oxbow, OR
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 549-4200

    $50 / night

    4. Arrowhead RV Park on the River

    4 Reviews
    Cascade, ID
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 382-4534

    "Fun REC for kids, playground, and party fire pit area. Individual spots were extremely tight. Employee had to help us park even though we didn't feel like we needed it)."

    "Very friendly and helpful staff. We had a beautiful site on the river."

    5. Farewell Bend State Recreation Area Campground

    49 Reviews
    Huntington, OR
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 869-2365

    $22 - $62 / night

    "Living in Idaho near the border of Idaho, I was looking for a great catfishing spot on the Snake River. I found this campground along the Snake just on the other side of the border - eastern Oregon."

    "Farewell bend is a day use state park and campground located near Huntington Oregon and nestled on the Snake River."

    6. Brownlee

    1 Review
    Oxbow, OR
    20 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    7. Eastside

    2 Reviews
    Ola, ID
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 351-1182

    $130 / night

    "Close to hiking and the lake"

    9. Northwest Passage Campground — Ponderosa State Park

    2 Reviews
    McCall, ID
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 634-2164

    "The bathrooms are clean and well-kept. There is no running water at the bathrooms. There are three total in the campground."

    10. Cold Springs Campground - Boise Nf (ID)

    2 Reviews
    Banks, ID
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 351-1182

    $120 / night

    "This is a small campground right off Highway 55 and across from the Payette River.  There are 4 small campgrounds right in a row near here.  There is plenty of shade and pretty good privacy.  "

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Glamping Reviews near Mesa, ID

88 Reviews of 16 Mesa Campgrounds


  • C
    Jul. 20, 2021

    Northwest Passage Campground — Ponderosa State Park

    A Little Piece of Heaven

    We love camping at Northwest passage campground. It’s beautiful and woodsy. Depending on what campsite you stay in the river is close. The bathrooms are clean and well-kept. There is no running water at the bathrooms. There are three total in the campground. There are only 22 sites so not a huge amount of campers and most of the sites are pretty private with woods separating them. There is a water pump at the entrance of the camp site that you get your water from. There are no hook ups or running water at sites. There are established fire rings and a picnic table. Some of the spots are big enough for trailers. Some are small and cozy for tent campers. The river is walking distance from all sites. It is perfect for paddle boarding kayaking and floating. There is a beach area for the campers that is perfect for kids to play and to relax and watch for floaters. The wild life there is abundant. We saw bald eagles, moose, deer and chipmunks. There is also a climbing crag that has a variety of climbs for different skill levels that is a five minute drive. This campsite is non-reservable. It’s first come first serve and usually very busy. The best time to get a spot is Sunday afternoon or Monday and Tuesday. Towards the weekends most spots are full. One downfall here is the amount of mosquitoes. They are large and thirsty. We came prepared this year with lots of mosquito spray and some thermoscell mosquito deterrent. It helped immensely. I would recommend this campground to anyone who likes a true camping experience. For the most part it was quiet and secluded. McCall is a 15 minute drive. pets are welcome.

  • Jim F.
    Aug. 22, 2019

    Fish Lake Campground

    Beautiful lake and views!

    Fish Lake Campground is up above Halfway, OR. It is a pine forested high elevation (6,990ft) Campground on NFD Rd. 66.

    The campground on the lake is a pay site (6$ /night) with on site water and metal fire pits and vault toilets. However there is other sites that are dispersed nearby on NFD Rd. 66 and NFD Rd. 6625 along the road to DeadMans Trail. #1867. There is 2 sites at the end loop of the pay sites that are dispersed sites and lack tap for water and has a rock fire pit. Both have access to older vault toilets.

    Beautiful in the morning!

  • 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!

  • Ed E.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 22, 2018

    Farewell Bend State Recreation Area Campground

    Just a Hop Skip and Jump away from Idaho

    Living in Idaho near the border of Idaho, I was looking for a great catfishing spot on the Snake River. I found this campground along the Snake just on the other side of the border - eastern Oregon. The campgrounds are AWESOME!!! The have all the amenities for RV camping. They do have tent camping sites as well. There is some great history of the area and we were appreciative of how the State Park system displayed it. Great fishing for the shore angler as well as boat anglers. I fished from my kayak and caught crappie and catfish as well as some smallmouth bass. I would definitely camp here again. They do have a dump station for RVs as well as restrooms. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table.

  • C
    Oct. 29, 2019

    Nez Perce National Forest Seven Devils Campground

    Wow!

    An incredibly beautiful area. It is rugged and feels so wild. Plan to take your time driving up 17 Mile road (takes about an hour to get here from Riggins!). The views are spectacular and easy to find. There are some areas that can be pretty dry and hot, so make sure to plan ahead and bring lots of water. There are several hikes that can be done in a single day or stretched out to multi day trips that go along mountaintops and alpine lakes. I have never seen more than a handful of other groups out here. This is one of my favorite places to go stay. After hiking, camping, and enjoying the mountains, head down to the Salmon for a swim! Watch out for black bears, rattlesnakes, mountain goats in the area.

  • Brandon K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 12, 2020

    Farewell Bend State Recreation Area Campground

    Riverside desert experience

    Farewell bend is a day use state park and campground located near Huntington Oregon and nestled on the Snake River.

    The park is a dry desert setting with yellowing grasses, tall spiny trees and sand dunes. The snake river is a deep emerald green flowing with foam from the upriver reservoir.

    The campground has three large loops that can accommodate the largest of personal busses down to the classic sleeping bag. There are electric and water connections, a sewer dump and a boat launch. There are a couple of rentable waterfront cabins available on C-loop.

    Many fisherman come here to enjoy the well stocked waters, keep an eye out for the other river wildlife commonly seen, rattle snakes. Other water sports are welcome here, boating and waterskiing happens all day long. The dunes across the river are a popular off-road and motorized fun location.

    The river is pretty much inaccessible from the campgrounds, the day use area allows for access to the rocky beach, but the waters edge is not clean sadly, polluted with litter and river foam.

    The park is a very warm and sunny Oregon escape with little to no cellular service.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 14, 2021

    Hazard Lake

    Good Lake in the Backcountry

    Decent about of campsites on the side of Hazard Lake. The lake itself is fairly small but many campers kayak or paddle board on it. Lots of fishing as well. All the sites have a fire pit and table plus parking for 2 cars if you park close. There are several sites that don’t really have water views so arrive early. I got in at 4pm on a Friday and there were only 2 spots left.

  • I
    May. 30, 2022

    Arrowhead RV Park on the River

    Friendly staff

    Fun REC for kids, playground, and party fire pit area. Individual spots were extremely tight. Employee had to help us park (even though we didn't feel like we needed it).

  • DL M.
    Sep. 23, 2024

    Farewell Bend State Recreation Area Campground

    Empty and burnt

    We have stayed many times and loved it. But now the place had about seven campers. Most sites had reserved stickers on them . The few remaining had signs say check on line. Our cellular service was too weak to check on line sadly. All the best riverfront sites over by the huts said reserved which I believe translates to out of service. There's normally electricity, water and a picnic table at these sites. A fire swept by the boundary of the park and partly through it to the river.


Guide to Mesa

Cascade and McCall offer several yurt camping options with views of mountains and water access. Campers can choose from glamping-style accommodations situated at elevations between 4,700-5,000 feet. Summer temperatures typically reach 75-85°F while nights cool to 45-55°F, creating comfortable conditions for outdoor recreation.

What to do

Water activities on Lake Cascade: Rainbow Point Campground provides direct lake access with a "lovely" beach area perfect for swimming, paddleboarding and kayaking. "The sites are spaced far apart and very spacious. Campground host is great and the campground is clean," notes Heidi C., adding that "the beach at the lake is lovely."

Fishing opportunities: Cold Springs Campground offers easy Payette River access for anglers. Located across from the river and just off Highway 55, this campground provides shaded sites with "pretty good privacy" according to Amy S. The campground is "very simple and tranquil" as described by Andrew B., making it ideal for those seeking quieter fishing spots.

Hiking trails: Northwest Passage Campground in Ponderosa State Park connects to numerous trails with wildlife viewing opportunities. "The wild life there is abundant. We saw bald eagles, moose, deer and chipmunks," reports Cindy N. The campground sits within walking distance to the river, which is "perfect for paddle boarding kayaking and floating."

What campers like

Clean facilities: Eastside campground receives consistent praise for maintained amenities. "Great sites has a restroom and drinkable water. Close to hiking and the lake," explains Tim M. Jessica O. adds that the "view of the water is beautiful and there are many trees to provide shade for the entire campground."

Privacy between sites: Rainbow Point Campground offers well-spaced campsites that reduce noise from neighbors. "The sites are spaced far apart and very spacious," notes a reviewer. Another camper mentions the campground is "convenient to Donnelly and McCall, and quite close to Tamarack Resort (7 minutes), if you are riding there."

Pet-friendly options: Several campgrounds welcome pets, with Waters Edge RV Resort offering dedicated dog walking trails. A reviewer notes, "We returned here after staying a few years ago. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Sites are pretty level. Campground within walking distance to town, good river front area."

What you should know

Seasonal operation: Most yurt camping facilities near Mesa operate between May and October. Farewell Bend State Recreation Area campground remains open year-round, providing an exception for off-season visitors. "Though not free like the dispersed camping the dog and I were doing the days before this, it was a treat to have warm showers, bathrooms, a fenced dog exercise area," writes Emma K.

Reservation requirements: Group yurt facilities like those at Osprey Point require advance booking. During peak summer months (June-August), campsites fill quickly, especially on weekends.

Mosquito presence: Northwest Passage Campground has reports of significant mosquito activity. "One downfall here is the amount of mosquitoes. They are large and thirsty," explains a camper who recommends bringing "lots of mosquito spray and some thermoscell mosquito deterrent."

Tips for camping with families

Beach access: Arrowhead RV Park on the River provides family-focused amenities including riverside sites. A reviewer describes it as a "Family oriented destination. Big group fun," while another notes the park has a "Fun REC for kids, playground, and party fire pit area."

Swimming areas: Waters Edge RV Resort features a designated beach area with lounge chairs. A visitor explains there's "showers, toilets, beach area for swimming WITH lounge chairs, swimming right in front, volleyball court, dog walking trails, fire pits, horse shoe play area."

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Plan morning or evening walks for best wildlife sightings. Parents should supervise children near water, especially at Rainbow Point where boat traffic creates potential hazards. "Good camping close to Town, mountain biking, restaurants, and lake. Be cautious about lake conditions before swimming or letting dogs swim," advises Amanda C.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling: Waters Edge RV Resort offers leveled sites suitable for larger RVs. "We returned here after staying a few years ago. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Sites are pretty level. Campground within walking distance to town, good river front area," notes Phillip C.

Hookup availability: Some campgrounds like Cold Springs have limited space for larger vehicles. Amy S. notes there's "Not much room for larger campers or RV, better for smaller campers and tents." Travelers with larger rigs should consider Rainbow Point which has "a few pull throughs which make it easy for RVs."

Winter considerations: Prepare for freezing temperatures if camping in early spring or late fall. A visitor to Waters Edge RV Resort shares: "it was chili at night, and our pipes froze the last night," despite enjoying their October stay with "all the fall colors in full display, brisk evening air perfect for a fall fire to warm yourself."

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