Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Montpelier, ID

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Montpelier, ID (101)

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    1. Allred Flat

    13 Reviews
    71 Photos
    83 Saves
    Smoot, Wyoming

    Allred Flats Group Picnic Site is located below Salt River Pass in the lush forests of western Wyoming. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails on foot, horseback or by off-road vehicle, where allowed. Natural Features: Little White Creek runs alongside the Allred Flats at an elevation of 6,500 feet, where pines and aspens offer partial shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant and fall colors are breathtaking in the area. The Bridger-Teton National Forest offers more than 3.4 million acres of public land for outdoor recreation. With its pristine watersheds, abundant wildlife and immense wildlands, the forest comprises a large part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the largest intact ecosystem in the lower 48 United States. Recreation: Numerous hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails are in the area, ranging from easy 1/2-mile paths to challenging 14-mile trails in the backcountry. Free trail maps can be found at the District Office. Facilities: This group picnic site, located only 1/2-mile off the main highway, can accommodate up to 50 guests and 10 vehicles. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. The site offers several large picnic tables, a fire ring with benches and a grill. Roads and parking spurs within the site are gravel. Nearby Attractions: Salt River Pass offers miles of scenic driving with access onto Smiths Fork Road (#10072), and expansive views of the Wyoming and Salt River Ranges. Fishing Salt Creek just across the highway is popular.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $5 - $10 / night

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    2. Bear Lake State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    39 Photos
    113 Saves
    Garden City, Utah

    Famous for its brilliant Caribbean-aqua blue waters, Bear Lake Utah camping is an otherworldly oasis nestled between the Utah and Idaho border. Vast and extensive soft sand beaches attract visitors from all over the world, who come to fish, boat, camp, and recreate in the outdoors.

    Aside from lake itself, off-roading and exploring the mountain trails are another popular activity. There’s a number rental locations nearby which can lend out their OHV (Off-Highway-Vehicles) to traverse the area’s various geographic oddities for a reasonable rate.

    Speaking of the geography, Bear Lake State park is extremely organized and easy to navigate. In fact, there are three districts of the park meant for different types of recreation. First is the State Marina, located on the west side of Bear Lake. North end of Garden City, one mile north of the US 89 and SR 30 Junction. Second, is Rendezvous Beach, on the southwest curve of Bear Lake. Roughly 2 miles NW from Laketown on SR-30 from the CIsco Road and SR 30 Junction.

    And finally, The Park’s Eastside Areas- Eastside of Bear Lake, including First Point, South Eden, Cisco Beach, Rainbow Cove, and North Eden. Distances vary from four miles to 13 miles on Cisco Road from Laketown and the Cisco Road SR 30 Intersection.

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    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $25 - $45 / night

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    3. Montpelier Creek KOA

    6 Reviews
    7 Photos
    16 Saves
    Montpelier, Idaho

    This award-winning, peaceful KOA lies along the Oregon Trail, halfway between Salt Lake City and Yellowstone National Park. Settle back in a tree-shaded site, lulled by the trickle of the creek that runs through the campground. Drop a lure into the creek (fishing license required) or relax in the heated pool. Your dog will love the fenced-in dog park and a walk along the nature trail. No RV or tent? Stay in a tepee with modern conveniences or a Cabin by the creek. Or go "camping" in a Deluxe Cabin with a full bath/linen service. The National Oregon/California Trail Center provides an amazing look at the pioneer experience, including a computer-simulated covered-wagon ride. For adventure today, you can explore ATV trails, enjoy water sports at Bear Lake, bird-watch at Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge or head underground to Minnetonka Cave. Please call for campground's early opening dates. Pool: Memorial Weekend Labor Day Weekend. Max pull thru: 120 feet. Your hosts: Jim and Brenda Reno.

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    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Sunrise Campground

    12 Reviews
    27 Photos
    121 Saves
    Garden City, Utah

    Overview

    Sunrise Campground is close to Bear Lake Summit, just 6 miles west of Garden City and Bear Lake, Utah, at an elevation of 7,800 feet. Visitors to the Bear Lake area are treated to a wide range of outdoor recreational opportunities, including boating, water skiing, hiking and scenic driving.

    Recreation

    Limber Pine Trail, a one-mile loop that's perfect for families, begins less than a half-mile from the campground. It leads to a 500-year old Limber Pine. Bear Lake Summit is one mile away and offers picnic tables, interpretive displays and breathtaking views of Bear Lake.

    Natural Features

    A mixed-growth conifer and aspen forest covers the site, providing partial shade and nice privacy between sites. Summer wildflowers are abundant.

    Nearby Attractions

    Beautiful Bear Lake straddles the Utah/Idaho border and is just 6 miles from the campground. Outdoor activities abound at Bear Lake, with endless boating, waterskiing, jet skiing, scuba diving, swimming, hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding opportunities. Sightseeing and scenic driving are popular activities.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Late Cancellations Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival. Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply. Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge. No-Shows Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date. If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees. Refunds Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure. Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location. Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card. Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy. Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure. Recreation.gov Billing Information Reservation transaction will appear on customer's credit card statements as "Recreation.gov 877-444-6777." Changes to Policies and Procedures Recreation.gov reserves the right, when necessary, to modify reservation policies. These policies were last updated July 2018.

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    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $23 - $99 / night

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    5. Caribou National Forest Emigration Campground

    4 Reviews
    6 Photos
    4 Saves
    Montpelier, Idaho

    Overview

    Emigration Campground is located in 17 miles west of Montpelier, Idaho, just off State Highway 36 in Emigration Canyon. Visitors enjoy exploring the nearby Highline Trail and fishing on local streams.

    Recreation

    The Highline National Recreation Trail is adjacent to the campground and is considered the premier trail of the Montpelier District. It is open to hikers, bikers, horseback riders, motorcyclists and off-road vehicle riders. The trail stretches 55 miles along the backbone of the Bear River Range and intersects many other trails on the west side of the district.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated in a quiet canyon forested with pine, spruce and aspen trees. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape and grasses cover the area. Wild huckleberries are abundant in mid-August.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $87 / night

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    6. Montpelier Canyon Campground

    5 Reviews
    17 Photos
    7 Saves
    Montpelier, Idaho

    Overview

    Montpelier Canyon Campground provides a rustic camping opportunity next to Highway 89, along Montpelier Creek, at an elevation of 6,400 feet. Montpelier Reservoir is within five miles, offering fishing, boating and canoeing.

    Recreation

    Montpelier Creek offers rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout fishing. Many visitors make the short drive to Montpelier Reservoir for boating, canoeing and additional fishing opportunities. A boat ramp is located at the reservoir.

    Natural Features

    The campground in situated in dense stands of willow, which help shelter the campground from traffic noise. Montpelier Creek runs alongside the campground.

    Nearby Attractions

    Beautiful Bear Lake straddles the Utah-Idaho border and is within a 35-minute drive of the campground. Outdoor activities abound at Bear Lake, with endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, scuba diving, swimming, hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding opportunities. Sightseeing and scenic driving are popular activities as well.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $13 / night

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    7. Paris Springs Campground

    3 Reviews
    16 Photos
    42 Saves
    Bloomington, Idaho

    Overview

    Paris Springs Campground is situated in scenic Paris Canyon, about five miles from Paris, Idaho. It is about 20 miles from Bear Lake, at an elevation of 6,600 feet. The campground gives Bear Lake visitors the opportunity to camp in a quiet area with lush vegetation.

    Recreation

    Paris Creek runs alongside the campground, after bubbling up from Paris Spring, which can be accessed from a 300-yard trail within the site. Campers enjoy hiking and fishing along the creek.

    Natural Features

    A mixed conifer and aspen forest covers the campground and much of Paris Canyon. Plentiful shade can be found throughout most of the campground. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Highline Trail, part of the National Trail System, can be accessed nearby. It is the premier trail of the Montpelier Ranger District, stretching 55 miles along the backbone of the Bear River Range. The trail is enjoyed by hikers, horseback riders, mountain bikers, motorcyclists and off-road vehicle enthusiasts from around the world. Paris Ice Cave is also not far from the campground. Self-guided tours of the cave offer a look into an unusual cavern filled with ice year-round. The cave is not developed but a footpath leads through it. Beautiful Bear Lake State Park is about 20 miles away, with boating, water skiing, fishing and swimming. Bear Lake's Raspberry Days festival occurs annually the first weekend in August, with a parade, fireworks, craft booths and a rodeo.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $100 / night

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    8. Willow Flat Campground

    5 Reviews
    21 Photos
    107 Saves
    Bloomington, Idaho

    Overview

    Willow Flat is a popular campground, located on the banks of the Cub River, in southeastern Idaho. It sits in a pretty valley, surrounded by scenic mountain views, at an elevation of 6,300 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing the river and exploring numerous forested trails.

    Recreation

    The Cub River provides great fishing for wild cutthroat and hatchery rainbow trout. Numerous trails begin within the campground, including a 1/2-mile nature trail to Sam Parkinson Spring. The multi-use Cub River Trail also begins at the campground, offering great hiking, mountain and dirt biking, as well as off-road vehicle and horseback riding. The trail accesses the Highline Trail, the North Fork of St. Charles Creek and the Cub River Guard Station.

    Natural Features

    A mixed forest of pines, spruce and hardwoods provides partial shade and beautiful scenery. The banks of the Cub River are lined with dense stands of willow, a favorite food of local moose. Deer and elk are often seen in the area as well.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $50 / night

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    9. Bear Lake/Marina Side KOA Holiday

    7 Reviews
    38 Photos
    38 Saves
    Garden City, Utah

    Visit the “Caribbean of the Rockies” when you stay at Bear Lake / Marina Side KOA Holiday, a campground near Garden City, Utah. You can have fun family camping vacations near Bear Lake, a 20-mile-long natural beach with white sand beaches and turquoise waters. The campground offers quality lodging optionsendless entertainment with recreational activities and more.

    Ways to Stay

    Enjoy family-friendly camping near Bear Lake with the various lodging choices at Bear Lake / Marina Side KOA Holiday. When you camp with us, you can choose from:

    • RV Sites: We have many Pull-Thru and Back-In RV Sites for campers' enjoyment. They all have full hookups and 50-, 30- or 20-amp connections. Many sites also have a KOA Patio® for more space.
    • Deluxe and Camping Cabins: You can stay in one of our Deluxe or Camping Cabins when you want a cozy shelter. Most Deluxe Cabins provide the comforts of home with a bathroom and kitchen. Some also have a KOA Patio®. Camping Cabins offer a traditional camping trip with no kitchen or bath. 
    • Tent Sites: Be surrounded by nature at one of our Tent Sites. Many sites have water and electric hookups, while others have none. 

    Several lodging options are pet-friendly.

    Amenities and Local Attractions

    You and your family can spend time outside soaking up the Utah sun with the various campground amenities and local attractions. At the campground, you can:

    • Swim in a heated pool.
    • Play basketball, pickleball and volleyball.
    • Rent bikes.
    • Play on the playground.

    Consider spending time off the campground by visiting Bear Lake State Park or driving on the Logan Canyon Scenic Byway. You could also go on adventures hiking, biking and riding ATVs on the local trails.

    Book Your Stay Today

    Are you ready to bask in Utah's and Bear Lake's beauty while camping? Begin planning your trip by reserving a campsite at Bear Lake/Marina Side KOA Holiday today!

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    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    10. Bear Lake/Trail Side KOA Journey

    7 Reviews
    26 Photos
    32 Saves
    Garden City, Utah

    Beautiful 20-mile-long Bear Lake is the undisputed star at this KOA. Build sandcastles, take a swim or launch a kayak or paddleboard in the lake's remarkable turquoise waters. Boats and personal watercraft have an easy launch about 2 miles away. Take your off-road vehicles on nearby trails or explore the backcountry on a guided horseback ride. Explore the local area in nearby Garden City, stores celebrate the region's raspberry crop with jams, syrups and yummy shakes, and the Pickleville Playhouse features a Western-style cookout with a family theater show. The Logan Canyon Scenic Byway weaves southwest from Garden City through mountain forests and wildflower meadows.

    Back at the campground, relax by the campfire at your RVTent or Camping Cabin site. The campground features amenities and recreation including Kamp K9 for off leash fun for your furry companions, a playground, a jump zone, basketball court and a general store stocked with camping essentials.

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Montpelier

328 Reviews of 101 Montpelier Campgrounds


  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 20, 2024

    Green Canyon Dispersed Campground

    Testing teardrop camper in winter conditions

    Road to dispersed camping is closed Dec 1 - April 15. Permit fee is $10 for 3 days. We had a quiet ( only a couple of other campers further up) and enjoyable overnight visit but road was quite icy. So we did not explore far. Birds in caves in side of valley. Well loved trail starts a short distance up the road. Looks like a beloved student hang out in the area with picnic tables so you may want drive further in if visit in summer.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Park
    Oct. 25, 2024

    Forest Park

    Nice looking wooded primitive campground

    Visited in mid-September 2024. $10 ($5 with senior pass). Did not camp here; just checking it out. Included some photos in this revciew. Except for one towable camper, I was surprised that no one else was camping here, especially considering it was hunting season. The campground was set back in the trees off of Greys River Road. Lots of trees here; lots of shade. Nice looking campground. Good size sites; appear to be level. Picnic table and fire ring included. Not much privacy between sites, but separation between sites was good. Two clean vault toilets. Hand well water pump. Trash service.  No other amenities. No hook-ups. Campground appears to be well maintained. I would consider camping here in the future.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Grey's River 10138L Dispersed
    Oct. 24, 2024

    Grey's River 10138L Dispersed

    Wonderful Riverside Dispersed Campsite

    Coordinates: 42.78898,-110.68746. Free. Camped here Sept 17, 2024. One of several dispersed campsites along Greys River Road (Forest Road 10138). Large dispersed site, set back from forest road; no concerns with dust coming into the site from passing vehicles. Should comfortably accommodate 3 or 4 rigs. Clean rock fire ring. Mostly level, dirt surface. Easy access from forest road. Open site surrounded by trees. Next to Grey's River; easy access for bank fishing. There is a set of trees that may accommodate hammock camping. Tent camping also possible. Area can get muddy after rain. Solar recharging possible in middle of afternoon. No T-Mobile nor AT&T cell service. Loved this spot.

  • UThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Montpelier Canyon Campground
    Oct. 16, 2024

    Montpelier Canyon Campground

    Just okay

    Stayed in #14 which is small, but suited us well (van). Other sites tend to be larger. #13 is best one, with shade on the west side, a good level driveway and backs up to the creek. 

    Lots of ants and flying bugs, making it hard to stay outside for very long. #9 is also nice with a large spread and decent shade. There is one vault toilet across from #13, a little stinky but relatively clean and had hand sanitizer. Another one is adjacent to the entrance and it has 2 toilets each for women and men; hard to find, back into the shrubs between two concrete markers at road. 

    Lots of shrubs means sites are pretty private. No real hiking trails identified in the area means there is not much to do. Didn't seem overly busy. 

    Food aside: Had freeze dried mushroom wild rice risotto with Popeye's chicken nuggs and spiced up with lemon pepper and Italian seasonings, also used parmesan. Putting nuggs into bag at end of cooking time and stirring worked fine to incorporate them. Very tasty and 2.5 servings means very filling. Broke up astronaut (freeze dried) ice cream sammich and put into freezer overnight before putting into milk for pseudo milkshake with cappuccino mix. Not bad, worth trying again. Also had sweet potato curry with applewood chicken cubes (fully cooked packet), seasoned with garlic. A bit spicy but good. Freeze dried breakfast of biscuits and sausage gravy good flavor but need to break up the biscuits before cooking or they are big and end up being soft on the outside but dry and crunchy on the inside.

  • dallas H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Malad Summit Campground
    Oct. 2, 2024

    Malad Summit Campground

    Very peaceful

    Had the whole campground to ourselves. It is free to stay here after September 15th. We camped the 1st of October. Just a quick pit stop. Was a little hesitant at first because it seemed so far from the highway but it was so worth it! There are bathrooms as well but bring your own TP as this time of year I dont believe anyone comes to check on them. Also, no more running water either. However, the creek is lovely and we were able to have a fire and every site had a picnic table. Very pleasant experience.

  • Anna B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Green Canyon Dispersed Campground
    Sep. 8, 2024

    Green Canyon Dispersed Campground

    Beautiful Foliage

    (October 4th, 2023) Stopped here for a night on a road trip and it was the perfect place for some down time. There were still open spots when we got here late; we snagged a cool site with a small cave and a climbing route a decent way down the road. In the morning we hiked around some of the trails and explored the area. Even though it rained, it was a beautiful place to see some foliage! We only saw a few other people but it was the middle of the week and weather wasn’t great.

  • Joseph C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sun Outdoors Garden City Utah
    Sep. 2, 2024

    Sun Outdoors Garden City Utah

    Has potential but past its prime ?

    We have been coming here for over 25 years. It was a membership campground until about 5 years ago when Sun Outdoors took over. While there have been some improvements, it has been sorely lacking in maintenance. In addition, management doesn’t appear to have much motivation to enforce rules that made this a beautiful and enjoyable place to stay.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lava Hot Springs East KOA
    Aug. 7, 2024

    Lava Hot Springs East KOA

    Nice KOA-Poor RV Sites Design

    The KOA is just off US-30, so easy to find. Our GPS and Waze did not have the exact address, but you can easily see the KOA sign coming in from the east. We were traveling with another couple and there were basically two marked check-in spaces. You have to pay attention to where you position your rig so you don't block office car parking. We had reserved a premium K-9 site and were assigned site 102 at check-in. Site 102 was 1 of 3 premium sites next to the office. The problem with site 102 was 1) there was a truck parked there with no owner in sight, 2) trees that would have scraped the top of our 5th wheel, and 3) a very difficult and tight back-in swing on this 90-degree site with our 40' rig. You need to be an expert backer, or very lucky, to clear the trees at the entrance of this site if you're in a larger rig. Sites 100 and 101 do not have these same obstacles and with the river view, are arguably the best sites in the park. We went back into the office to request a different site and were assigned a non K-9 premium back-in site, 200, in their new area. We would have enjoyed the original site as it does have a nice river view. Sites were under construction in the 200 area and each site is highlighted by 7-inch high and 6-inch wide cement curbs. Whoever designed much of this CG did not understand RVs. It was challenging to back into your site as there are also cement barriers to protect the sewer hookups off the curbs in front of sites on the adjacent pull-through sites. We almost tore off a snap pad getting too close to a curb as the curbs are not sloped to prevent this and based on the markings, a lot of tires have fallen victim to these curbs. Also, we had to be very careful going up and down our steps as you have the curb there as well. While we were getting into our site, a 45’ class A was trying to get into pull-through site 221 across from us. Just trying to make the turn onto this row, he ran his rear tires up on the curb around the shower/laundry facility. He still had his toad attached and had to disconnect it to avoid damaging his vehicle. Hopefully, the management of this park will mark that site for shorter rigs as he also had problems clearing the curbs when departing his site. Their free Wifi was decent. We got 3 bars on Verizon and no issues getting a shot to the north sky for Starlink as there are no mature trees in this new area. There are plenty of other CG options in the area, so we will not stay here again. The main positive of this CG is the staff. They were friendly and accommodating when we requested to change sites. They also credited us the diffrence in cost since we didn't get the K-9 site, without us asking for the credit.

  • Kaden M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Franklin Basin Dispersed Camping
    Aug. 4, 2024

    Franklin Basin Dispersed Camping

    Wasted time looking here

    Tons of land, tons of campsites.. but most are "occupied" by empty trailers with no other vehicles or people around. There's empty cars parked on top of fire pits, no tents or any sort of life nearby. Felt strange.

    This road is rough and very bumpy. Didn't feel comfortable "taking over" a campsite with things already parked there. Wouldn't recommend coming here.

  • Brett T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lower portneuf campground
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Lower portneuf campground

    Great Campground, Loud Trains

    The campground itself is nice. Nice spots, beautiful river and waterfalls, and close to Lava Hot springs. The trains; however, were a drag at night. Not many ran during the day but at night we counted 8 that went by. The tracks are only about 100’ from most of the spots. The real kicker is, because there’s a crossing to get into the campground, the trains blast their horn literally right as they pass you. Like excessively so, unnecessarily so. It was not a great nights sleep.

  • Jay U.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Viva Naughton Marina by PacifiCorp
    Jul. 26, 2024

    Viva Naughton Marina by PacifiCorp

    All alone and loved it

    Yes, there were mosquitoes, cows, and a bit of green water, but it was very peaceful and beautiful. Whenever the options are a crowded and powered RV campsite versus a peaceful boondock such as this, we opt for the latter. Hope you enjoy it.

  • Kennedy F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Franklin Basin Dispersed Camping
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Franklin Basin Dispersed Camping

    Big areas of solitude

    Ended up driving this road up to Idaho to find a bigger spot and some solitude. Took the dirt road for about 30 minutes and got the most perfect spot. Nobody was near us and the view was amazing. We went at the beginning of June, it was a bit chilly some mornings and at night, so come prepared.

  • Scott W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fossil Butte National Monument BLM
    Jul. 12, 2024

    Fossil Butte National Monument BLM

    I wanted dark quiet and remote!

    And I got it at fossil butte. At north end of park is a 17% grade loose gravel narrow road with two hairpins - good luck! But northern end of park boundary is well marked. Dark dark sky and unbelievably quiet.

  • Rich J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lava Hot Springs East KOA
    Jul. 5, 2024

    Lava Hot Springs East KOA

    O.K.

    Bathrooms and showers are very clean, some sites are widely space, but some are crammed together, otherwise, a typical KOA.  EXCEPT it is expensive and they add on extra fees for people, pets, and vehicles; never stayed at a KOA that does this.  Oh, the road noise is pretty bad also.

  • John L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Montpelier Canyon Campground
    Jun. 26, 2024

    Montpelier Canyon Campground

    Not Too Bad, Needs Some Maintenance

    Narrow road and short driveways, not suited for large rigs. Some sites are overgrown. The best sites are in the 6-16 loop. No trash receptacle but the Oregon/California Trail Center in town has one and an RV dump too. Campground is only about 3 miles from Montpelier ID. I had no cell signal on Verizon.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Caribou Highlands Golf & RV
    Jun. 19, 2024

    Caribou Highlands Golf & RV

    What a Find

    We were in the Lava Hot Springs, ID area and when traveling US-30, we saw a sign for Caribou Highlands Golf & RV. We had to check out a golf course with an RV park. When you turn off US-30 at the sign, it will be a hard-packed dirt road and you go straight until you see golf course signage and follow them to the course. You will first come to the campground (CG) area where the 10 pull-through sites with FHUs (30/20 AMP). Check-in is at the clubhouse which is about 100 yards from CG. The pull-throughs are long enough for big rigs. A few of the sites have large trees so you will want to watch your sides and roof. There's a bathhouse building. There are no picnic tables at the sites. The cost per night when we were there was $42. During the week its pretty wide open but they do fill up on the weekends. Reservations are made on Campspot. The golf course is a 9-hole links style. They also have a driving range.

  • Valorie H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Malad Summit Campground
    Jun. 16, 2024

    Malad Summit Campground

    Hidden Gem near Malad

    I love summit campground. If you go up the hill past the turnoff for the campground there are five different dispersed camping spots that are Free! There is a lovely little babbling brook that runs through the whole canyon. The mosquitos can be intense. There is a lot of great trails for hiking. There is cute waterfall. I come here often just to say camp and hammock. It is 20 mins from my home. They stock the river the weekend before memorial day with trout. It's where my kids all learned to fish. There is also a paid campground with bathrooms and water and picnic tables.

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lava Hot Springs Spa Motel & RV Park
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Lava Hot Springs Spa Motel & RV Park

    Great in town location near everything

    The sites are very close to each other but the location in town next to the river, resturaunts and the hot springs pools is the reason to stay here. The river is not a lazy river float but an amazing short rapid filled 15 min rip through the towns river. There is a shuttle to bring you back to the drop in to do it over and over again or a short walk.

  • Jordan H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Maple Grove Hot Springs
    Jun. 3, 2024

    Maple Grove Hot Springs

    Great camping and great hot springs

    This is one of my favorite places on earth. They have tent sites, van sites and a selection of shelters to choose from. Camping gets you access to the hot springs from check in until 4pm the next day. There’s running water in the bathhouse with a toilet and shower. There’s yoga classes included in the price as well. The bathhouse also has a nice little shop with snacks and gifts. They sell tinfoil dinners too if you want to really relax. Highly recommend! They offer volunteer days as well where you can camp and soak in exchange for volunteer work.

  • Conner The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Green Canyon Dispersed Campground
    Jun. 1, 2024

    Green Canyon Dispersed Campground

    Nice hiking trails and very close to town

    Perhaps a little too close to the university in Logan Utah it was busy that Friday night. I think all the spots filled by 7pm some 50 people there that night. There is close spots for small couples and large groups and also more private spacious spots for people with pets like me

  • Evan D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lower portneuf campground
    May. 28, 2024

    Lower portneuf campground

    Active train rail 100 yards away

    Level and fantastic site for an overnight stay. However, the train runs by and must blast the safety horn. Latest was, 11:30pm, earlier was 5am. So be prepare for that several times on an overnight stay

  • Evan W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lower portneuf campground
    May. 7, 2024

    Lower portneuf campground

    Nice, Simple camp area

    Visited in Early May in a bit of a sleet storm. Sites are relatively level - nice gravel. Seemed like most sites have fire rings. Pit toilet is located in the day-use area nearby. 

    Train tracks run right by the campsites - relatively loud when they come through, but didn't wake me up in the middle of the night. 

    Not bad for an easy, quick night.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Allred Flat
    Oct. 24, 2023

    Allred Flat

    Peaceful for an overnight

    Just passing through and only needed to stop for the night. Very peaceful. You could only slightly hear the traffic out at the road. Got a site near the creek. Maybe #11. Vault toilets clean. Only a couple other sites taken. Cheap $5 with senior pass discount. No cell reception for me. Sites are not very private, but with so few people here it didn't make a difference.

  • Gentry B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek
    Oct. 5, 2023

    Beaver Creek

    Absolutely stunning place

    This place is straight up middle earth status. The drive there is beautiful all the way and my not-so-great clearance old subaru could handle the semi-sketchy roads required to get there. This place was pretty damn isolated which, if you’re like me, is a bonus. As aways, it seems like there are some of those OHV people lurking around but whatever they were few and far between. I am a bit thrown off by the pics provided by another Dyrt user as those pics don’t really look much like where I was, but maybe that’s due to their final destination differing than mine. I ultimately stopped at the (seemingly) now-defunct Beaver Creek campsite, an established site that has a bathroom. The thing saying there’s hookups or whatever for sure not true, there’s nothing here but a barren board upon entry, a fee box, and about 5 spots for sites. You can hike back into the forest on a trail at the back of the camp site. Absolutely insane views, forest for miles, owls, deer, you name it. I was tripping about the mosquito situation due to ultra close proximity to semi-standing water but there were almost none. BE FOREWARNED I did get bit by some jacked up mite whilst traipsing off-trail and got hella sick for a couple weeks and had to hit the antibiotics haaaard to get over it. So just bathe in insect repellant I guess ha. Also in regards to what other reviewers have said, idk where they were bc I legitimately do not know where you kayak here. There’s the creek but it’s not the sort of thing I’d imagine would be possible to kayak. I’m assuming it’s just some other part of the road I didn’t head down though so you should still go for it.

    Anyway, the place is gorgeous.



Guide to Montpelier

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Montpelier, Idaho, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Allred Flat

  • Enjoy a peaceful stay at Allred Flat, where pets are welcome, and you can relax by the creek.
  • This campground features clean vault toilets and picnic tables, making it a comfortable choice for pet owners.
  • With a low fee and a serene environment, it’s a great spot for a budget-friendly getaway with your pet.

Pet owners like Montpelier Creek KOA

  • At Montpelier Creek KOA, you’ll find a friendly atmosphere and plenty of amenities, including a heated pool and a playground for kids.
  • The campground is conveniently located near a creek, providing a lovely backdrop for your camping experience with your pet.
  • With electric hookups and a market on-site, this KOA makes it easy to enjoy a comfortable stay while bringing your pet along.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Montpelier

  • Explore the scenic trails around Montpelier Canyon Campground, where you can hike with your dog and enjoy the beautiful forested surroundings.
  • Fishing opportunities abound at Beaver Creek, allowing you to spend quality time with your pet by the water.
  • Visit Paris Springs Campground, where you can hike to nearby waterfalls and enjoy the stunning natural beauty with your furry companion.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Montpelier, ID is Allred Flat with a 4.5-star rating from 13 reviews.

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