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Best Equestrian Camping near Shoup, ID

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Sam Billings Memorial Campground provides equestrian camping options 1 mile from the paved road near Darby, Montana. The campground features four dedicated horse campsites with tables and fire rings. Horse facilities include three metal tie-out structures with three chains each and two horizontal tie-out bars. Additional horse trailer parking is available 50 yards down the road at the trailhead and turn-around area, where two more tie-out areas accommodate horses. Standard campsites include tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. The campground charges $10 per night during the regular season, with a reduced $5 rate for golden or access pass holders. During off-season periods from late October to late May, camping is free.

The trailhead adjacent to the campground provides direct access to riding trails. Horse campers must park trailers at the designated area by the trailhead, as there is minimal parking space at the horse sites themselves. Sites 1 and 2 receive the most sun and can accommodate larger groups and families, while other sites vary in size. The Ranger station is located less than a mile from the entrance on the main road, with staff visiting approximately once weekly. For assistance during weekends and holidays, Ravalli County sheriff's office provides response services. Campers should practice bear awareness during active seasons. The campground's proximity to riding trails and ample space for horse trailers makes it a practical base for equestrians exploring the Bitterroot Mountains.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Shoup, Idaho (5)

    1. Camp Creek BLM Camping

    5 Reviews
    Salmon, ID
    32 miles

    "Water: 1 minute walk to the river from all sites. No faucet for potable water, bring your own or filter from the river. "

    "Amazing drive-in BLM campsite right on the Salmon River. Primitive site; no water/bathroom. Great stargazing."

    2. Sam Billings Memorial Campground

    4 Reviews
    Conner, MT
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 821-3269

    "Toilets are located across from site 3, between 5/6, across from 12. #7 is low ground camping you walk down to with minimal shade and perfect for hot weather days."

    3. Hogan Cabin

    1 Review
    Sula, MT
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 689-3243

    $45 / night

    "I loved the isolation of the location. Up at 7200ft you get a little winded hiking around, but the incredible scenery is worth it."

    4. May Creek

    1 Review
    Gibbonsville, ID
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 689-3243

    "It’s not that far from the highway which is nice if your looking to explore the area. It’s peaceful and quiet, and not busy."

    5. Mussigbrod

    4 Reviews
    Wisdom, MT
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 689-3243

    "Lovely view you can camp close to the lake down the road or on the lake side streams for fishing 🎣 bring big spay lots of mosquitoes"

    "The lake is beautiful and not too cold. You can definitely bring a non-motorized boat to go around the lake in. The drive there is also gorgeous!"

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Shoup, ID

15 Reviews of 5 Shoup Campgrounds

  • Sadie P.
    Feb. 23, 2025

    Sam Billings Memorial Campground

    The best in SW Montana

    12 sites with good tables and fire rings. This is a well maintained NFS campground. 3 vault toilets that are kept clean. Sites #1 & #2 get the most sun, are the largest, and can accommodate any size RV. The remaining sites vary in size. #2 can easily hold 5 full size trucks side by side, or three medium size trailers/5th wheels with their tow vehicles. It also has 3 large tables, plenty of open ground for tents, and is ideal for large groups and families. Toilets are located across from site 3, between 5/6, across from 12. #7 is low ground camping you walk down to with minimal shade and perfect for hot weather days.

    The exit is at site 12, one way travel thru the campground. Across the street from the exit is the entry to sites 1-4 horse camping. Small sites with table, fire ring, and enough room for a small tent. There are 3 large metal structures with 3 chains each for horses and 2 horizontal tie out bars. No room to park horse trailers on that pull thru. One trailer spot across from site 4 by the “stock water trail” sign, the rest can park 50 yards down the road at the trail head/turn around. There are 2 additional tie out areas here for horses and plenty of room for horse trailers and several other vehicles.

    Be sure to read the notice above the envelope box before you pay. From weather dependent dates chosen by the Rangers there is no cost from late Oct to late May. Otherwise it is $10 per night, $5 with golden or access passes.

    No cell service, only 1 mile to the paved road, Ranger station is only about 1/2 mile down that paved road. The Rangers are proactive in sharing any important information such as severe weather, bear activity, or any other notable activity.

    Details: Ranger station on the main road less than a mike from the entrance. They show up once a week Ravialli county sheriff is who to call on weekends and holidays, they will respond Be bear aware in season Equestrian specific campsites Trailhead next to the CG So much firewood laying around There are some karens that have been “coming here my whole life” and think they own the place; avoid Only three site requires walking access, the rest are drive right in to. Only a few sites so if its great weather or holiday show up mid week or even a week ahead if you can Free stays out of season, otherwise it’s a daily fee, pay at the entrance sign

  • Kristy A.
    Aug. 29, 2021

    Camp Creek BLM Camping

    Coming Back ASAP

    Site: moderately clean and private. Spaced apart about 3 sites alongside the river access. Trees for hammocking and shade. Relatively even for van parking. Not buggy at all. Can see one person's cabin up the road but that's it. 360 views of mountains, placed at the bottom of a canyon.

    Water: 1 minute walk to the river from all sites. No faucet for potable water, bring your own or filter from the river. 

    Noise: A bit of noise from US93, not that busy of a road but close enough to hear what passes except if you're sleeping in a van, ours muted that out nicely. 

    People: saw about 5 people total in an overnight stay. Nobody bugged us. Mostly just turning around. 1 camper next to us the following morning.

    Activities: perfect view of the big dipper between the canyon view made for a beautiful night of star gazing by the fire ring. Plenty of fishing access and space to walk around the river. Beautiful place to adventure and be, would be a great spot for multiple nights. Space for people to bring their family or friends. Far away from cities and towns that it's not too busy. 

  • Jade M.
    Jul. 12, 2018

    Mussigbrod

    beautiful with lots of different camping options

    Lovely view you can camp close to the lake down the road or on the lake side streams for fishing 🎣 bring big spay lots of mosquitoes

  • M
    Aug. 14, 2020

    Mussigbrod

    Absolutely stunning!

    This camping spot is a great one. All the campsites are pretty isolated from each other by the pine trees so you can’t really see your neighbors. The lake is beautiful and not too cold. You can definitely bring a non-motorized boat to go around the lake in. The drive there is also gorgeous!

  • Juice B.
    Aug. 8, 2019

    Hogan Cabin

    Amazing remote location. Great wildlife viewing, snowshoeing, hiking, etc..

    Spent 3 nights at Hogan Cabin, MT last summer (Aug 2018). I loved the isolation of the location. Up at 7200ft you get a little winded hiking around, but the incredible scenery is worth it. Found a primitive A-frame structure in the woods about a mile from the cabin. Saw several deer and elk feeding in the field near the cabin, as well as a moose in the marsh along the creek. 

    The cabin itself is nothing to jump up and down about. With only 2 sets of bunk beds, my wife and I put the bedding on the floor and made a full sized bed. There's no running water so be sure to bring plenty. 

    There's an vault toilet in the outhouse. 

    There is also a HUGE fire pit with swinging grill for cooking.

  • Chris J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2020

    May Creek

    Great campsite

    May creek is a wonderful campground... it’s in a gorgeous cabin and it’s easy to find. The campsites have fire pits and picnic tables. It’s not that far from the highway which is nice if your looking to explore the area. It’s peaceful and quiet, and not busy.

  • Noah M.
    Sep. 7, 2021

    Camp Creek BLM Camping

    Excellent BLM Campsite

    Amazing drive-in BLM campsite right on the Salmon River. Primitive site; no water/bathroom. Great stargazing.

  • Steve O.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 23, 2022

    Sam Billings Memorial Campground

    Well Maintained

    Spend a night. No cost although that will change next weekend. They’ll start charging $10.

  • Nick P.
    Aug. 1, 2016

    Sam Billings Memorial Campground

    Nice and Right next to some great Geology

    Stayed we with a friend here to do some surficial geology in the Bitterroots Mt. It was a really nice central area to work out of and it had all we needed from a long day in the field. The host was pleasant to talk to and the place was clean.

Guide to Shoup

Sam Billings Memorial Campground offers dedicated equestrian camping near Shoup, Idaho, with specialized facilities for riders exploring the Bitterroot Mountain trails. Located about 1 mile from the paved road near Darby, Montana, the campground sits at the base of scenic mountain terrain that provides excellent access to wilderness riding opportunities. The campground features four horse campsites with distinct amenities designed specifically for equestrian use.

What to do

Trail riding from camp: Riders can access trails directly from the adjacent trailhead. "If your a good walker Montana is for you, the water amazes me at how clear it is but very cold, if your lucky you'll find a hot spring," notes Kelli D. about the Sam Billings Memorial Campground.

Geology exploration: The Bitterroot Mountains offer interesting geological features for those interested in earth sciences. "Stayed we with a friend here to do some surficial geology in the Bitterroots Mt. It was a really nice central area to work out of and it had all we needed from a long day in the field," shares Nick P.

Fishing in nearby streams: The area provides multiple fishing opportunities in clear mountain streams. At Mussigbrod Campground, campers report "Fishing was slow but we caught fish. Saw lots of animals even a video of a Grizzly not but 3 miles from the camp grounds," according to Scott C.

What campers like

Riverside camping spots: Many visitors appreciate sites positioned near water. At Camp Creek BLM Camping, Mandi W. reports, "Ours was right on the river and we could easily go down and swim from our site. Fully dispersed no services, no cell signal (verizon)."

Wildlife viewing opportunities: The region supports diverse wildlife populations. "Saw several deer and elk feeding in the field near the cabin, as well as a moose in the marsh along the creek," notes Juice B. about their stay at Hogan Cabin.

Private, secluded sites: Many campgrounds offer good separation between sites. At Mussigbrod Campground, Mackenzie F. notes, "All the campsites are pretty isolated from each other by the pine trees so you can't really see your neighbors. The lake is beautiful and not too cold."

What you should know

Seasonal fee structure: Camping costs vary by season at Sam Billings Memorial Campground. Steve O. mentions, "No cost although that will change next weekend. They'll start charging $10."

Limited amenities at dispersed sites: Many camping areas have minimal facilities. At Camp Creek BLM Camping, Eric D. cautions, "It's just a pull off. Not much for flat spots or anything else. You will need to have everything you need with you."

Bear safety requirements: The area has active bear populations requiring proper precautions. Scott C. from Mussigbrod Campground warns, "Another camper had the video of the Grizzly from the night before!"

Tips for camping with families

Look for sites with room to spread out: Some campgrounds offer spacious sites suitable for families. Sam Billings Memorial Campground has varied site sizes that accommodate different group needs.

Consider campgrounds with nearby water access: Kids enjoy playing in streams and lakes during warm weather. "The lake is beautiful and not too cold. You can definitely bring a non-motorized boat to go around the lake in," recommends Mackenzie F. about May Creek Campground.

Check for bathroom facilities: Not all sites offer toilets. Chris J. notes that May Creek "campsites have fire pits and picnic tables. It's not that far from the highway which is nice if your looking to explore the area."

Tips from RVers

Check site access for larger vehicles: Many forest roads have limitations. At Camp Creek BLM Camping, Andrea C. advises, "We travel in a 23 foot camper van. Plenty of room for our rig. Great views! Very little Verizon service. There are three spots to camp here."

Look for level parking areas: Mountain terrain often means uneven ground. When planning equestrian camping near Shoup, Idaho, prioritize sites with sufficient flat areas for larger rigs.

Plan for limited hookups: Most campgrounds in the area lack utility connections. Noah M. describes Camp Creek BLM as an "Amazing drive-in BLM campsite right on the Salmon River. Primitive site; no water/bathroom. Great stargazing."

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