Best Tent Camping near White Bird, ID
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Best Tent Sites Near White Bird, ID (79)
1. Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho
White Bird, Idaho1 Review•15 SavesThe Hells Canyon National Recreation Area (HCNRA) straddles both sides of the Snake River in Oregon and Idaho. This Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho section includes all developed recreation sites and trails that are all located away from the Wild and Scenic Snake River in the Idaho uplands. All other upland sites and all trails in the Hells Canyon NRA - Snake River, or Hells Canyon NRA - Oregonare found in those recreation area sections. Popular recreation areas include the Hells Canyon Wilderness (Seven Devil mountain range), Black Lake, Heavens Gate Lookout, Windy Saddle, and Seven Devils recreation area. Local Idaho communities that have a variety of services (i.e. fuel, lodging, stores and/or restaurants) are Riggins, Grangeville, Whitebird, Council, and Cambridge. These communities are within one hour of this area.
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2. Pittsburgh Landing - Snake River
White Bird, Idaho2 Reviews•1 Photo•4 Saves- Tents
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3. Castle Creek
Grangeville, Idaho1 Review•5 SavesCastle Creek Campground is located along the South Fork of the Clearwater River at milepost 14 on Highway 14 east of Grangeville, Idaho. The campground has 9 units with picnic tables, water, and toilets. There is also access for RVs and trailers. This is a first-come first-served campground.
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4. Rocky Bluff Campground
White Bird, Idaho1 Review•2 SavesLocated on the cusp of the magical and mysterious Gospel-Hump Wilderness, hikers, campers, anglers, hunters and families alike will find four campsites with parking, picnic tables, firerings and a trailhead marking a trail which skirts the edge of the Wilderness. Campground area does not offer adequate room to maneuver towed trailers much longer than 15 feet, but pickup campers and mini motor homes would have little difficulty. Nearby fishing opportunities in Slate Creek, together with many historical mining sites in the vicinity makes Rocky Bluff Campground a unique and fun destination.
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5. North Fork Slate Creek Campground
White Bird, Idaho1 Review•1 SaveThe North Fork Slate Creek Campground consists of five campsites, picnic tables and firerings located at the confluence of Slate Creek and its North Fork. Hikers as well as mountain bikers can enjoy a number of loop trails in the area. Parking is suitable for up to five vehicles. Small tent/travel trailers can be utilized as can self-contained pickup campers and motor homes.
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6. Fish Creek Campground
Grangeville, Idaho1 Review•1 SaveFish Creek Campground sits in the middle of a 4-season recreation area and offers 10 campsites that accommodate tents and recreational vehicles. There are two accessible toilets available. Paved concrete walks provide access to the Fish Creek Pavilion, water spigot, bulletin board, and a paved circular bonfire area. The paved parking lot provides access from the pavilion to the restrooms. A Camp Host is on site during the peak summer season. Many trails are available for a wide range of activities.
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8. Meadow Creek Campground
Grangeville, Idaho1 Review•4 SavesMeadow Creek Campground is located along the South Fork of the Clearwater River. The campground has 3 units with picnic tables and toilets.
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9. Island Bar Recreation Site
Riggins, Idaho3 Reviews•11 Photos•23 SavesThe site is located on the Lower Salmon River. It is a frequent put-in spot for floating the Lower Salmon River via raft, kayak, or jet boat. The site is largely undeveloped and is near large, sandy beaches and has easy access to the Salmon River. BLM recreation sites also on this stretch of river are Lucile, Old Lucile, Shorts Bar, Slate Creek, Skookumchuck, White Bird, Hammer Creek and Pine Bar. Be sure to check those sites for more information and amenities for boat ramps or camping. For river maps, authorized outfitters and shuttle services, see the links below.
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Recent Tent Reviews in White Bird
156 Reviews of 79 White Bird Campgrounds
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Ronda D.
Traveler
Upper Payette Lake Dispersed Camping Area
Amazing, peaceful location!
We arrived on a Thursday afternoon in October. There were many spots available along the road leading up to this site. But they were close to the road and we wanted to be off the road. We ended up at the last spot on the road right before the interpretive trail at the end. This spot was tucked into the trees. And once we got our camper backed in, we didn’t even know the road was there. And the VIEW! Wow!! Looking across the lake with the most beautiful sunsets. We stayed for 3 nights. We set up Starlink so we could work on Friday and had no issues with the connection.
Spencer S.
Scout
Chinook Campground
Remote!
We had the place to ourselves. Great small campground if you want to get away from everything.
Marley F.Traveler
Fiddle Creek Recreation Site
Nice Spot
My husband and I were looking for a quick spot to camp and found this right off the highway, it was perfect for a last minute camping. There’s a few more spots off the highway. We loved that it was right on the river, too. Pretty easy access, but if you have a longer trailer than I would suggest going in the first turn out, because the second one is tight.
- MMike M.Traveler
Deyo Reservoir
Small but beautiful lake campground
We were riding the Idaho BDR (Backcountry Discovery Route) and needed a place to camp near Pierce. There aren't many options that are accessible for our Support Truck but found Deyo Reservoir as a welcome spot. The West sites are very open and close to each other and are what you see first. I kinda stumbled down to the East Campground which is more for Truck/Tent camping and is wooded and cooler (it was 95 degrees when we rode in). Typical for Idaho the sites were nicely spaced, well maintained (it is hosted) and the Vault Toilet was very clean.
christian L.TravelerLittle Salmon River Pullout Dispersed
Stopped for the night
This is a little pullout off route 95. Has about 10-15 feet of separation from main road, which gives privacy and protection from cars. The surface is a gravel and can fit a fairly decent amount of vehicles. The sign says you can camp up to 10 days consecutive, we only stayed for the night and continued on. This is also right on little salmon river.
- rrob D.
Guide
Twin Bridges Recreation Area Campground
Twin Bridges Recreation Area
Great free camping on the Salmon River. We stayed there one night and it was very nice picnicking along the Salmon. The campground has a single vault toilet that was very clean. The campground can accommodate large RVs as it's mostly a large gravel parking lot. We would definitely stay here again.
Emily E.ScoutPine Bar Recreation Site
Beautiful spot!!! 5 Stars
Such a fun spot to camp! There's bathrooms and sand! You can ride bikes or four wheelers to the beach that is really big and just beautiful!!
- AAmber T.Guide
Fields Spring State Park Campground
Beautiful
Took my nephews here. The rangers were amazing and full of info that my boys just soaked right up! It really is full of green serene… bathrooms are clean as well as the whole campground.
- SShay S.Traveler
Short's Bar Recreation Area
Busy
This camp site was popping with people who are definitely staying a while. These people let us camp near them but idk if they’d let us stay that long. Good for one night! Neighbors kind of loud but sooo pretty by the river!!! Easy to get in and out. Porta potty’s available
Marilyn K.Guide
Kamiah/Clearwater River KOA
Shady
Level pull through sites. A little close together if full. Water and Electric. Staff friendly and helpful. Only bathroom open was a bit of a walk. Bathrooms were a rustic motif, clean, Hot showers.
- Judy T.
Legend
Wild Goose Campground
Small campground along Highway 12 and the Clearwater River
There aren’t too many campgrounds between Orofino and Kooskia, Idaho except for a few RV parks. We finally found a beautiful campground off highway 12 or the scenic Lolo Highway. It was small but had quite a few open sites so we snagged one close to the river and bathroom. The highway noise was noticeable but not bad at night. Our picnic table had a view of the Clearwater river (yes, it is very clear and has salmon.). There were steps down to the rocky shore of the river. We net a couple from elsewhere in Udaho who always choose this campground.
Alyse L.Guide
North Thomason Meadows
Wildflowers, raptors, beautiful views at the top of Imnaha Canyon
I recommend this section of Wallowa-Whitman NF Rd 46 (4600) between Thomason Meadow Guard Station and Buckhorn Lookout because it is grazed less than surrounding areas, and thus has more plant diversity--i.e. great WILDFLOWER BLOOM in the spring. At 5000 feet, June to early July is a peak bloom time.
This is the top of the Imnaha River breaks, and you can see fully down into the BEAUTIFUL canyonlands of the Imnaha and Snake. Birdwatching was good for us out here too, especially raptors. One of the trailheads to the historic Nez Perce Nee -Me-Poo Trail is near this "Camp-1" dispersed spot.*
*One of our maps calls the marked spot "FSR 46 Camp-1," but the dispersed camp sites are all along NF Rd 46 from here north to Buckhorn.
The drive up to this area is well-maintained gravel, and an SUV with decent tires can do it. (We did it with a truck hauling a toy-hauler trailer). Bring all the water and supplies and tools you need--this area is REMOTE.
Take Crow Creek Rd off of Hwy 82 (btwn Enterprise and Joseph). All is paved until your intersection with Zumwalt Road, where you veer R to stay on Zumwalt (aka Zumwalt-Buckhorn Rd). It's gravel after that intersection.
Follow signs to Zumwalt Prairie or Buckhorn Lookout.
Crossing over Zumwalt Prairie is a GORGEOUS drive. The Nature Conservancy has their Zumwalt Prairie Preserve here, and it's a great side trip from the camp spot.
This section of NF-46 road is extremely quiet. Only the occasional ranch vehicle travels through. In fall this is a popular camp area for hunters.
I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 because of zero water, zero data, the ecosystem/soil that has been abused in the past (not wilderness), the 50-minute drive to WiFi/ restaurant/ water refill/ black water dump. But if I was comparing primitive camping to primitive camping, this would be a 5 of 5.
I would go back here (in late spring or early fall) in a heartbeat.
- AAndrew S.Traveler
Saddle Creek Campground
Beautiful view
One of the most stunning views I’ve had at a campground. Seven sites, several of them are quite close together and good for a group but maybe not strangers. Clean toilet when we went, we were the only campers and only had a couple visitors on their way up to Hat Point to see the view and use the toilet. Got pretty gusty at night and several of the sites are fairly exposed so plan accordingly. Would definitely go back.
- AAngie A.Scout
Riverside RV Park
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I went to book this for a weekend for a family trip in the summer.. They do not have any tent spots. She was OK with our motorhome and one tent but the minute I said we had two kids and two small tents. She immediately informed me that she would not be renting to us. 
douglas B.Scout
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.
- MMark S.Traveler
Shorts Bar Recreation Site
Not worth the drive
If your just going for a day trip to the hot springs it's ok. Camping not so much, the photos tell you everything. They haven't but money into this place since inception. Very sad. Only 6 viable spots with one of those next to the bathroom and garage cans. We got (lucky) and were at the end next to the highway.
- BBrandilyScout
Seubert RV Park & Guesthouse
Great Location!
Beautiful view, super friendly staff, and very convenient location. Just a tiny bit off the highway, easy to access pull-through sites, and very affordable! Super clean and well kept.
- Dennis P.Guide
Kamiah/Clearwater River KOA
Overnight stop in Kamiah ID
Attended a motorcycle rally here a couple times. Not really my type of camping.
- MMegan S.Traveler
Winchester Lake State Park Campground
So pretty!
I will definitely be back soon, even frozen it was very enjoyable
- Zanna H.Guide
Seven Devils Campground
Hidden gem
Hidden gem. Great spot. 10 free sites first come first serve. Vaulted toilets BYOT (bring your own toilet paper). Hidden lake within short walk. Picnic tables, fire pits. Great lookout spots.
Driving is single car, narrow, bumpy dirt roads. Be prepared to back up a ways when you encounter another vehicle. Also look out for mountain cows 🐄 they like to be in the road. I would not take an RV
Jersey G.TravelerOrogrande Campground #1 and #2
Little Nellie in the BIG Woods
Great camping area. A number of places available through the forested meadow to camp.
The creek behind the campground is fun to play in. Only thing is due to the valley and tall timber, it does not get much sun. 5-Mile back up the road provides much more sunshine, if one likes sunshine.
It is reported the fire of 2022 pretty much burnt up this campground. Haven't been there to see, so camper beware...It may be many decades before it starts to return to its former glory... :-(
- Jersey G.Traveler
Nez Perce National Forest Five Mile Campground
Fun Campsite
Great little campsite. There are actually two campgrounds across the road from each other. The newer one is a wide open area while the older one is not conducive to larger 5th wheels.
I camped at the older one with my little 1960 Rolls Royal camper. Fun trails all around to explore and I've heard you can pan in the creek.
It is reported the 2022 fire pretty well wiped out the area so camper beware...
- Jersey G.Traveler
Shorts Bar Recreation Site
Great Riverside Campground
Our unplanned stop here was awesome. Was headed to McCall for the weekend when a rockslide shut down the highway. So we had to immediately change plans and ended up here.
It is mostly a wide-open parking lot where you can park on the edge above the river or even next to the toilet facilities for quick access.
The people were great and it was fun watching the rafters float by on their way to Riggins.
We will definitely stay here again when we get down that way again!
- Jersey G.Traveler
Ruby Meadows Trailhead
Close to Adventure
Great little campground, until the fire went through. Most of it survived, but fire damage is present adjacent to the road and along the trails.
It can sometimes be crowded with ATV and motorbikes, but most the time they are courteous and polite.
I enjoyed panning in the creeks around the area because there are neat dark red and purple garnet to be had. Only found a speck or two of gold, so I am glad I was looking for garnet and not gold.
Traveled from N. Idaho and Montana to here multiple times over the year - definitely worth the trip, especially since they paved the road.
- KKerry L.Guide
Salmon River Resort
Salmon river RV resort
Nice resort 30/50 amp water and sewer Nice grass area for tents River access This resort name is now the salmon river resort 208 839 9990
Marian J.GuideDeyo Reservoir
Great small family park
This was our second time camping here with a different spot and perspective! We stayed in number #11 at the back near the trail path! We caught lots of bluegill, trout but no bass!
Erica D.Traveler
Nez Perce National Forest Newsome Campground
Beautiful Back Country
36 miles from Grangeville, and its got some elevation and it can get cold at night if in a tent. But the days are gorgeous there are alot of ORVs during the weekend but during the week its quiet. We found a place off the road next to a creek and away from the road. It was amazing.
Guide to White Bird
Tent camping near White Bird, Idaho offers a unique blend of scenic beauty and outdoor adventure, perfect for nature enthusiasts looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Tent campers appreciate these amenities
- The Island Bar Recreation Site allows pets and features picnic tables, making it a great spot for families and furry friends.
- At Rocky Bluff Campground, campers can enjoy exceptional fishing opportunities along with access to ample hiking and biking trails.
- Fish Creek Campground is known for its clean facilities, including vaulted toilets and paved campsites, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Some prices for tent camping range from $12 to $0
- Camping at Fish Creek Campground costs around $12 per night, offering a clean and well-maintained environment.
- The Sourdough Saddle is a free option, perfect for those looking to save while enjoying the great outdoors.
- Lucile Recreation Site is another no-cost option, popular for its proximity to rafting activities.
Explore local attractions and activities
- The Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho offers breathtaking hiking trails and opportunities for wildlife viewing, including mountain goats.
- Pittsburgh Landing - Snake River is ideal for fishing, swimming, and kayaking, with stunning river views and local history to explore.
- Meadow Creek Campground provides a peaceful retreat with scenic surroundings, perfect for avoiding crowds while enjoying nature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near White Bird, ID?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near White Bird, ID is Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho with a 5-star rating from 1 review.
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