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Best Campgrounds near Wallace, ID

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Just half an hour from Interstate 90, Wallace's camping options include the City Park Campground that puts you within walking distance of the historic downtown. Wallace Area State Park has sites spaced far enough apart that you won't hear your neighbors' conversations through the trees. If you prefer more basic camping, the National Forest sites around Wallace have fewer amenities but put you closer to nature. The Wallace Recreation Area maintains good facilities and you can walk straight to hiking trails from your site. Families tend to prefer Wallace County Park Campground for its kid-friendly layout and mountain views. Summer weekends fill up fast in this area, so book early if you can. Most campgrounds require reservations, particularly from Friday to Sunday and on holiday weekends. The camping season runs best from May through September when temperatures stay comfortable. You can camp in winter, but you'll need serious cold-weather gear. While staying here, check out the historic mining sites or ride the Route of the Hiawatha bike trail nearby. The Coeur d'Alene River runs close to several campgrounds and has good trout fishing. Wallace works well as a base for hiking, biking, or just hanging out at camp. Always look up current conditions before heading out as some areas close seasonally. Wallace camping works well for both quick weekend trips and longer outdoor vacations.

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    1. Wallace RV Park

    14 Reviews
    Wallace, ID
    0 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 753-7121

    $30 - $45 / night

    "A beautiful small privately owned campground in the heart of Wallace Idaho. Right next to the city limits brew pub. Awful hook up sites, all very level sites!"

    "Great spot to stay especially if you’re visiting Wallace for a festival or stopover. Within walking distance to charming downtown. Very friendly staff. Some spots border a small river. Pet friendly."

    2. Lake Elsie Campground

    9 Reviews
    Osburn, ID
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 765-7223

    "Easy to drive up to. Any vehicle will do. Dirt road to the top where you will find a lovely little lake with 4-5 camp spots surrounding it."

    "A bit of a drive off I-90 but well worth the the stop. Multiple campsites right along the lake."

    3. Crystal Gold Mine

    5 Reviews
    Kellogg, ID
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 783-4653

    $60 - $70 / night

    "The Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes is right across the road. The Trail of the Hiawatha is very close. The town of Wallce is definitely worth going as they claim to be the center of the universe."

    4. Big Creek RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Osburn, ID
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 964-0494

    5. Stevens Lakes Backcountry

    1 Review
    Mullan, ID
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 783-2363

    "By far one of my favorite Mt lake hikes! With great camping at both the lower and upper lakes, I recommend using the trails app to help navigate through the switch backs, and have lots of water!"

    6. North Fork Coeur D'Alene River

    4 Reviews
    Kellogg, ID
    15 miles

    "I met some cool Idaho locals that said they’ve been coming here since they were kids!"

    "Fantastic access to the river for great fly fishing. Several spots in the trees and several in the more open areas. Vault toilet is to the right as you pull in about 1/8 mile away from pull off."

    7. By the Way Campground

    4 Reviews
    Kingston, ID
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 682-3311

    "Was warned a Moose family likes to walk through, but didn’t see them."

    "They do have around fifteen RV spots a few small cabins, and a handful of tent spots. The tent spots are around the perimeter of a gazebo that had electric hookup."

    8. Albert's Landing

    5 Reviews
    Kingston, ID
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 682-4179

    $40 - $70 / night

    "Albert's Landing is a clean, well managed RV campground on the shores of the North Fork of the CDA River near Cataldo, Idaho. "

    "We arrived late at night and the campground host met us at the entrance to show us to our site, which was super helpful."

    9. Bumblebee Campground

    9 Reviews
    Kingston, ID
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 245-6521

    $24 - $112 / night

    "Private sites in the woods of Idaho. Fish in the creek next to most sites."

    "We camped at Bumblebee in July so we could have easy access to the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River."

    10. Devils Elbow

    7 Reviews
    Murray, ID
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 245-6521

    $26 - $102 / night

    "This is a great place to set up camp not very far away from Helena. I had a nice view of the water and saw deer, eagles, and other water birds. It was well maintained, clean, and quiet."

    "Great fishing steps away, but catch the catch and release west slope cutthroat aren't so easy to catch as a recent article in American Fly Fishing magazine suggests-unless you are a professional fly fishing"

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  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 6, 2025

    Two Rivers RV Park & Campground

    Two Rivers RV Park & Campground

    Traveling through the area and chose to stay a couple days here based on the fact there's cell service and because the place looked decent based on their website. I have to say... it's a bit more rundown in-person, but the price is reasonable, so I can overlook that. There's a lot of road and train noise here, much like the rest of the campgrounds on this road. At the moment, the laundry is not available (which they should make note of that on their website). The showers have good pressure and are hot (just takes a couple minutes to heat up). The RV sites are the typical sardine row. The tent sites are in a grassy area near the trees. The tent area is a bit of a walk to the restrooms for late at night or early morning... especially since the owners warn about a mountain lion in the area and a bear that's been visiting the campground the last 4 years. The google reviews of the place are quite interesting--I wouldn't say the owners were friendly, but they also weren't mean to us.

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Scotchmans Peak

    Scotchman's Peak

    Did a day hike yesterday up Scotchman's Peak. Did notice just a couple dispersed opportunities up the National Forest Road. Looks like people have quick overnighted at the trailhead before. Saw one obvious campsite most of the way up the hiking trail--saw a couple groups head out on a Friday afternoon.

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 2, 2025

    Big Eddy Campground

    Big Eddy Campground

    BEWARE! Had I known the trains were going to be so loud and constant, I wouldn't have stayed here. The campground is near an intersection, so every train that went by (which was several in the afternoon, and especially after 10PM through about 5AM, at least once or twice per hour) their horn would blast. But I had the tent already set up, no cell service to see what else was around, and so I just had to deal with it. Definitely would not stay again.

  • yThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Tamarack RV Park And Vacation Cabins

    Pretty rv park with mature trees

    A really pretty setting, though the spaces feel a little narrow. I’d definitely come back.

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Camp Coeur D Alene

    Cabins, tent camping, RVs, Store

    The camp is close to the freeway and on the edge of the lake. The camp offers tent camping, full service RV camping, and cabins for rent. There are hiking trails adjacent, a well stocked camp store and laundry facilities.

  • Kyle M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Bull River Pavilion

    Popular for a reason

    The camp area is pretty full even in the off season, because it is absolutely beautiful. Located not far from Thompson Falls, and lot of water ways. Fish are not as abundant as other areas, and there are no walking trails within walking distance.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Dispersed Site - Lolo National Forest Recreation Area

    Very nice

    Main dirt road is well maintained but narrow and curves up the mountain. Lots of spots if you keep on going, but some offshoots are steep and rocky. We took the second right offshoot and got an awesome view with plenty space to spread out. We car camp in a Wagoneer

  • Danny V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Bull Run Access Dispersed

    Ornery locals

    My friend and I travel for work. We're all over the Pacific Northwest with a rooftop tent and a camper on the truck in order to save money on hotels. Basically we live out of rest stops and, if we can find them, nice secluded spots out in nature on our way to the next job. The reviews for this spot seemed promising. We were on our way from Coeur d'Alene to Missoula, and really need a nap to kill some time before our payroll checks cleared. From the start, the locals in this area were understandably curious. However there is a fine line between driving by to see what's with the unfamiliar vehicle, and deliberately trying to make visitors feel uncomfortable. We were only parked for about four hours, but several vehicles decided to drive by several times very slowly during this span of time. Visibly (and I repeat, visibly) staring at us with their mouths open. This location is pretty far from civilization. So I can't imagine how many places you could even need to go back and forth from in the span of an hour or two. Wherever that is it must be popular because no exaggerating, five different vehicles exhibited this pattern of behavior. Just in case there was any questions about the locals' intentions, about halfway through our stay apparently the neighbors made a deal to get some tractor work done. The tractor fired up and proceeded to go back and forth between the two properties to switch implements. I figure the average person would just bring the various implements closer to where the work is, but I'm not here to direct a man on efficient use of his tractor. These kinds of things are no bother to me, as I can sleep through just about anything. But my coworker is a little bit more of a light sleeper. So is his dog, who also didn't get much rest due to all the activity. So I figure either the neighbors weren't to happy with our presence, or theres a very popular drug dealer who lives on this road and they've got the good stuff. Because I've never seen so much repeat traffic in such a short span of time. Needless to say, we left and wish everyone there the best of times moving forward. With perhaps a gentle reminder that the parking area and boat ramp in their neighborhood is a public amenity provided by the state of Idaho. That is all.

  • Kyle M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2025

    North Shore Campground

    Pretty great!

    Nice big shady spots. Pretty okay restrooms. Beautiful dock area!

Guide to Wallace

Camping near Wallace, Idaho, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and a variety of campgrounds to choose from. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet place to unwind, there's something for everyone.

What to do:

  • Explore the outdoors: Wallace is surrounded by stunning landscapes. You can hike, bike, or just enjoy nature. One camper mentioned, "The campground is outside of town nestled in tall pines, next to a crystal clear mountain river," highlighting the area's natural beauty.
  • Visit local attractions: Check out the nearby breweries and restaurants. One reviewer at Wallace RV Park said, "It’s hard to beat having a brewery and restaurant on site."
  • Water activities: Enjoy fishing or kayaking in the nearby lakes and rivers. A camper at Camp Coeur d'Alene noted, "We loved kayaking down the creek at the campground and saw wildlife."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One visitor at Wolf Lodge Campground said, "Very clean campgrounds, had a cute little dog park in it too."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of campground hosts. A reviewer at Beauty Creek Campground shared, "The camp host, John, greeted us with a smile."
  • Secluded spots: Many campgrounds offer privacy. A camper at Cabin City Campground mentioned, "Great spacing on the campsites. Loved it here."

What you should know:

  • Crowded during peak season: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially in summer. A visitor at Idaho Bumblebee Campground noted, "It was way too crowded. People were parked everywhere."
  • Limited amenities at some sites: Not all campgrounds have full hookups or showers. A camper at Rainy Hill Campground mentioned, "No water access, you have to drive to the boat ramp."
  • Noise from roads: Some campgrounds are near busy roads, which can be noisy. A reviewer at Wallace RV Park said, "The road next to the RV Park is very busy! It does slow down after dark."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Look for kid-friendly activities: Many campgrounds offer fun activities for kids. A camper at Camp Coeur d'Alene said, "Lots of free or low-priced activities for the kids."
  • Choose spacious sites: Opt for campgrounds with larger sites to give kids room to play. A visitor at Thompson Falls State Park Campground noted, "Sites are far apart."
  • Plan for safety: If camping near water, keep a close eye on kids. A reviewer at Wolf Lodge Campground mentioned, "We just ran our AC/fan at night and it blocked out the noise."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground's site dimensions. A camper at Wallace RV Park said, "Full hookups $45, bit expensive however this includes showers and toilets free."
  • Book in advance: During peak times, it's wise to reserve your spot ahead of time. A visitor at Beauty Creek Campground mentioned, "All RV sites were full."
  • Be prepared for road noise: Some campgrounds are close to highways. A reviewer at Wolf Lodge Campground noted, "Interstate noise is not too bad."

Camping near Wallace, Idaho, has its perks and quirks. With the right preparation, you can enjoy a memorable outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find camping sites near Wallace, Idaho?

Wallace offers several camping options in the surrounding area. The North Fork Coeur D'Alene River provides beautiful dispersed camping sites along the river, popular with locals and visitors alike. For those seeking backcountry experiences, Stevens Lakes Backcountry offers hike-in sites with pristine mountain views. Additional camping can be found at Bull Run Access, Lake Elsie Campground near Kellogg, and Bumblebee Campground. The region's natural beauty makes it a popular destination, with options ranging from primitive sites to more developed facilities within a short drive of Wallace.

What campgrounds are available in and around Wallace, Idaho?

The Wallace area offers a variety of campground options. Wallace RV Park is centrally located within the town, providing easy access to downtown attractions. Just a short drive away, Bumblebee Campground offers a more natural setting. Other nearby options include Big Creek RV Park near Osburn, By the Way Campground near Pinehurst, and Crystal Gold Mine campground near Kellogg. For those willing to venture slightly further, Farragut State Park provides well-maintained campsites at Snowberry and Gilmore campgrounds on Lake Pend Oreille. The region's mix of private and public campgrounds accommodates various camping preferences and budgets.

What is the Devils Elbow Campground near Wallace, Idaho like?

Devils Elbow Campground is a rustic camping area in the beautiful Coeur d'Alene National Forest near Wallace. The campground offers a more primitive experience compared to developed RV parks in the region. Visitors appreciate its forested setting along the river, providing natural shade and scenic views. The campground typically features basic amenities like pit toilets and fire rings. For those seeking similarly rustic experiences in the area, Bull Run Access Dispersed camping offers riverside spots with existing fire pits. Albert's Landing is another option with a comparable wilderness feel. These sites are generally best for tent camping or smaller campers and are popular during summer months.

Are there RV parks or RV-friendly camping options in Wallace, Idaho?

Wallace and the surrounding area offer several RV-friendly options. Trout Creek Motel & RV Park near the Idaho-Montana border provides convenient amenities including laundry facilities and is close to essential services. Blackwell Island RV Park in Coeur d'Alene offers level, gravel sites with full hookups and waterfront locations. Additionally, Big Creek RV Park near Osburn and Crystal Gold Mine campground accommodate RVs. Many of these parks feature level sites, electrical hookups, and are situated near town amenities. Some parks remain open year-round, though water may be shut off during colder months, so it's advisable to call ahead during off-season visits.

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