Best Tent Camping near Viola, ID

Recent Tent Reviews in Viola

264 Reviews of 22 Viola Campgrounds

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  Troy T.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 18, 2024

  Dayton-Pomeroy-Blue Mountains KOA

  Very nice Mom & Pop run facility

  Very pleasant stay, well run and clean.

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  Brett B.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 12, 2024

  Canyon Creek

  Lake level is 50’ below the campsites

  No one is here on a beautiful October long weekend Saturday. I can see why. The reservoir level is way down! Just getting to the water is a challenge. Maybe this was nice years ago but it’s a good ways out from Orfino. Not worth the drive.

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  Liz B.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 12, 2024

  Boyer Park & Marina KOA

  Great campground with friendly staff

  We just stayed here for the first time. We were at Boyer Park & Marina, a KOA,  Sept. 1-5, 2024.  While the campground was full when we pulled in on Sunday, it was almost empty when we woke up Labor Day morning. Even when full, everything was pretty quiet. The beach and walking paths are very nice and close by no matter which spot you're in.  Just below the Lower Granite Dam, it's an easy three mile round trip walk on a paved Snake River Trail. I do not recommend making that journey when it's 83 degrees and getting warmer. UGH

  The store is great with many clothing options and more. Mike and Monica who run the place are so nice and very helpful. Apparently we really missed out by not taking advantage of the grill and ordering a Smash Burger, which will even be delivered to your campsite. 
  We will definitely be back.

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  Wendy S.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 9, 2024

  Hawleys Landing Campground — Heyburn State Park

  Nice Campgeound

  This is a cute campground with great hosts. Most folks come in to bike the trail. Verizon is not great and our Starlink had some blockages, but that’s what you get with lots of trees.

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  Mosley

  Scout

  

  Aug. 19, 2024

  Hells Gate State Park Campground

  Camping

  How much is the tent area from September 15. To 18 morning two people

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  Joel B.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 9, 2024

  McKay's Bend Recreation Site

  Closed for fire August 8 2024

  This location is currently closed because of the recent fire.

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  Samantha A.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 16, 2024

  Canyon Creek

  THE BEST CAMPING SITE OF OUR TRIP

  Took about an hour to get to our campsite, but was so worth it. Was a creek at the top of a mountain in the middle, I guess hence the name. Local had wondered how we found his special fishing spot. Was a place to swim, but we did not get in. Such a beautiful view and lots of nature to see.

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  Saraj B.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 15, 2024

  Bell Bay Campground

  Total Gem

  Bell Bay Campground was a total gem for our recent camping trip with friends. 

  It is located almost an hour south of Coeur d'Alene on a very windy road with limited guard rails. There are also no facilities the entire way so make sure you have what you need before leaving CdA. 

  The views of the lake and surrounding mountains were stunning, even if it got a bit hot and dusty at times. We spent most of our days just chilling on floaties in the lake that we could access by a (pretty steep!) trail directly from our campsite. Previous user's photos showed a dock but there wasn't one in sight. The facilities were spot-on—clean vault toilet, water spigot with great pressure, and spacious campsites that gave us plenty of room to set up our 2 tents and hang out around the campfire. The campground has firewood for sale but my only warning is to check burn bans in the area ahead of time.

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  Jeffrey Y.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 13, 2024

  Clearwater River Casino RV Park

  Easy access RV park

  All paved parking spots and easy to access! Only downside is having to walk the dogs across the parking lot to go to the bathroom in the grass, but it’s nice to have the grass! Dog poo bags and trash cans available.

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  Joshua C.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 8, 2024

  Rainy Hill Campground

  Nice FREE spot in a pinch

  Needed to find a camp spot last minute on a Friday evening. Took our chances and drove out to Rainy Hill Campground. We found the last open spot in the rocky low area that was wide open. A few big rigs could pull in there but would be best for one group rather than many. Not the most beautiful spot but did have some nice surrounding trees. The other campgrounds were up on the hill and far enough away to still feel private but the area we parked was highly visible from the road and people looking down from the hill tops.

  Some mosquito activity and the ground was pretty rugged that we opted to stay in the vehicle for the evening and move on the next morning.

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  Haylee M.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 3, 2024

  Chief Timothy Park

  Tent camping

  Overall a good and clean stay on the water. Lots of bugs and very dry. Cute little gift shop!

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  David

  Scout

  

  May. 31, 2024

  Clearwater River Casino RV Park

  Smoke free Casino

  I didn't stay the night, and I'm not a gambler, but I did stop in just to have a look. This was the first casino I have ever been to that didn't gag me with cigarette smoke the minute I walked in the door.

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  Jade A.

  Traveler

  

  May. 24, 2024

  Premier RV Resort at Granite Lake

  Racist staff

  The management is incompetent. Catherine Thagard is claims policies that are not written and informs customers upon arrival. They threaten you, their male management is racist and aggressive. They bend their "rules" and policies dependent on "who" you are. Most importantly, they treat their employees horribly. Only stay here if you want to fund a racist, masaginistic company that abuses their staff

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  Jordan L.

  Scout

  

  May. 23, 2024

  Rainy Hill Campground

  Quiet overlook camp

  Easy access only 20 minutes from interstate - quiet except the bird songs and occasional coyotes. No mosquitoes in May but imagine it could be very buggy in summer months since it’s next to a river/marsh. Seemed like there was 5-6 spots for car / tent camping.

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  Ella

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 27, 2024

  Wawawai County Park

  fire last minute spot

  super organized and friendly, beautiful park

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  Megan S.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 14, 2024

  Blyton Landing

  Gorgeous on the water

  Super pretty, gets real cold at night. Very convenient stop between pullman/moscow and clarkston/lewiston. The wildlife is very loud and very curious so bring earplugs if your sensitive to noise. Very clean, will absolutely be going again.

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  Vern H.

  Scout

  

  Jan. 30, 2024

  Klink’s Williams Lake Resort

  Unavailable

  I haven't been there, but per owner feedback on Google reviews it appears this has become a private community; no daily or seasonal sites.

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  Dale L.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 28, 2023

  Hells Canyon Resort

  Right on the river

  Campground right on the river and surrounded by businesses but no noise issues.

  Pull through site was paved and level. You do need a water pressure regulator. Office does suggest the route to take for easier pull in. Some of the long term campers have multiple cars and large add-ons, so was tricky getting out.

  Showers were nice and plenty of room. Sign on indoor pool stated it was closed.

  Check in was easy, they do offer food items for sale but the beverage coolers were pretty sparse.

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  juan C.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 19, 2023

  Rainy Hill Campground

  Wonderful view and close to the biking pass

  Beautiful view over the lake, no mosquitos in September, go all the way up and be amazed. Close to the bike trail d’Alene.

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  Renee T.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 12, 2023

  Rainy Hill Campground

  Perfect 4 overnight recharge

  In September, no mosquitoes. 2 other camper on a Monday. We started near fire rings near water but moved up the hill to be alone. Used the pit toilet at boat ramp next door. Perfect stop not to far off of i90 to rest. Road paved and Gravel around camp spots. I had 4g cell at top of hill T-Mobile.

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  douglas B.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 9, 2023

  Winchester Lake State Park Campground

  Clean Campground

  Clean campground and decent space between neighbors. Didn’t use any of the facilities. No sewer hookups. Would visit again. Lake was low and lots of geese so messes everywhere.

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  Angie A.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 5, 2023

  Pines RV Park

  Quiet & Relaxing

  I cannot say enough good things about this place! It was very beautiful and clean! It was also very quiet! You are right next to a highway, but you can barely hear it. Robin and Dennis are extremely nice! They will go out of their way to make sure you are happy and safe! They offer so many games and extra amenities that you won’t find at other camp grounds. WiFi was strong, we watched football all day on Saturday! The baked goods are a must! They also sell farm fresh eggs!! We will definitely be back!

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  Megan S.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 13, 2023

  Boyer Park & Marina KOA

  For the glampers

  Super safe and well organized. A little pricey and you need a reservation. Usually packed. Great for families (large and small), boaters, fishers, and the casual glamper needing a break. Bathrooms and showers were clean and accessible. Very developed campground, so not very outdoorsy. If you need a break from people this may not be for you

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  Nichole W.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 7, 2023

  Triple H Mini Ranch

  Fantastic Layover

  I was so happy to find this place when looking for a place to stay overnight with my horse. The facility has a perimeter gate as well as gates to each pasture (2). The fencing was nice metal panels between sturdy posts. There was Hotwire strung on the inside of the pasture in places to keep horses off the Arbor Vitae trees. Grass was mowed short and my horse could see another horse all night. He had a big water trough to drink from. The hosts checked on him and sent me updates through the evening while I was in town. I recommended them to others I met on my ride through the Lolo area. I was very impressed and happy with the experience.

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  Megan S.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 3, 2023

  Kamiak Butte County Park

  Super cute small campground

  So many chipmunks, dog friendly, well organized. Fairly cheap and good for families.

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  Annie B.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 12, 2023

  Chatcolet Campground — Heyburn State Park

  Perfect access to bike trail

  We picked this campground for its access to the Trail of the Coeur D’Alenes. The campground is small and peaceful, at least mid week. Lovely views of the lake through the trees. The toilets are flush, but look like outhouses from the outside. A pleasant surprise when you get in.

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  Nicole B.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 5, 2023

  Hawleys Landing Campground — Heyburn State Park

  Great Campground but loud maintenance

  We stayed at Chatcolet campground for two nights in late June. The campground is really nice with lovely hosts and clean flushable toilets. We booked site 128 and didn’t realise it was a tent only site with a short walk from where you park to the picnic table, fire ring and tent pad. We have a rooftop tent so we parked and set up our tent and then just carried our chairs, food and wood down to the picnic table. Privacy on these sites isn’t the best, I would recommend booking this site along with 129 as a group site to give yourself good privacy.

  Overall this campground was great, the toilets were clean, they are porcelain, flushing toilets inside a hut. There was drinking water and some nice walks to the lake, if you have bicycles there is a really nice cycle that you can do. The reason for rating this 3 out of 5 is that there was very noisy and intrusive maintenance going on from 7am to 5pm in the sites next to us which was very disruptive. No warning had been given about maintenance in the campground, notice was only given regarding roadworks leading into the campground.