The best dog-friendly campgrounds in Idaho

Considering a camping trip to Idaho but don't want to leave your best friend behind? Don't fret—Idaho is filled with dog-friendly campgrounds, cabins, and unique rentals. While national parks like Grand Teton and Yellowstone limit dog access, there are plenty of places to roam freely. The Sawtooth National Forest, Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest, and Caribou-Targhee National Forest all offer millions of acres to explore with your dog. Camp with your pooch on the lakes or mountains and spend your time stargazing from a tent or the deck of a quaint cabin. Off-leash areas and dog parks are plentiful in cities like Boise, while remote campgrounds and more off-the-beaten track places offer room to throw a ball and run around freely. Idaho's freshwater lakes and rivers also mean you will have space to swim and cool off in summer. Treat your dog to the adventure of a lifetime in Idaho’s great outdoors.

94% (7K) • 1,964 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Idaho

Considering a camping trip to Idaho but don't want to leave your best friend behind? Don't fret—Idaho is filled with dog-friendly campgrounds, cabins, and unique rentals. While national parks like Grand Teton and Yellowstone limit dog access, there are plenty of places to roam freely. The Sawtooth National Forest, Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest, and Caribou-Targhee National Forest all offer millions of acres to explore with your dog. Camp with your pooch on the lakes or mountains and spend your time stargazing from a tent or the deck of a quaint cabin. Off-leash areas and dog parks are plentiful in cities like Boise, while remote campgrounds and more off-the-beaten track places offer room to throw a ball and run around freely. Idaho's freshwater lakes and rivers also mean you will have space to swim and cool off in summer. Treat your dog to the adventure of a lifetime in Idaho’s great outdoors.

94% (7K) • 1,964 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Idaho

1. The Mad Moose Ranch

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2 sites · RVs · ID

Only 8 minutes from famous Silverwood theme park! This 20-acre location is close and private. 2 RV sites with full hookups and room for a tent at each site (maximum 6 campers per site per night, additional $10.00 per camper per night over 6). Our quiet property backs up to Idaho's pristine Farragut State Park, with fishing, swimming and boating, at Lake Pend Oreille only 6 minutes away! In the Fall, make this destination your hunting quarters. Close to state lands and plentiful elk and deer! For your safety and enjoyment, the maximum campers to one site are 6 (EXCEPTIONS UP TO 8 WITH ADDITONAL FEE). Additional persons will be an extra charge of $10.00 per person per night. One vehicle with RV/trailer per site. Each additional vehicle will be $10.00 per night. Quiet hours are 10p.m. to 8a.m. Porta potty service discontinued October 1 for the season. The Mad Moose Ranch is closed for the season from October 15, 2025 and reopens for the 2026 season May 15 2026.

2. Glacial Ridge RV Park

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3 sites · RVs · Hayden Lake, ID

In the forest on a small farm. Lots of shade from hundreds of pinetrees. Private property feels remote but only 15-20 minutes to town, 20 minutes to lakes, 12 minutes to Silverwood Theme Park, and about 25 minutes North of Coeur D'Alene. Raspberries, blackberries, jostaberries, all sorts of different berry bushes growing. Chickens, Ducks, turkeys and Nigerian dwarf goats. Picnic area 30/50 amp power Please ask for directions Google maps gives the wrong directions

3. Mountain Top Getaways

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7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Preston, ID

My Grandfather owned this property for many years. He dry farmed this land and raised nine children to be hardworking. I visited this property many times to work along side my father and grandfather. I remember horseback riding and building a shed for my grandfathers combine. I recently purchased this property from my grandparents and got to work building my tiny home that my new family lives in. Learn more about this land: **New hammock posts on site #4** These campsites are at the mouth of Cub River Canyon. The views are expansive and beautiful. National forest is only a few minute drive away along with a handful of reservoirs and river access. Come enjoy the views. These are primitive campsites with no potable water. There are antique farm implements visible on the property.

4. 23 Acres of Peace. Cascade, Idaho

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4 sites · Tents, RVs · Smiths Ferry, ID

Our Vision We believe that the majestic Idaho outdoors should be accessible and cherished by all. We want to restore the carefree spirit of camping, where you can simply journey until you discover the perfect spot. To achieve this, we acquired this beautiful piece of land and are constantly making enhancements to it. Our Offering Immerse yourself in a vast expanse of prairie, punctuated by mature pine trees. Situated near the serene Herrick Reservoir, the lively Payette River, and a myriad of ATV trails, adventure is just a stone's throw away. The charming town of Cascade is only a 15-minute drive to the north. We encourage you to bring along your ATVs, paddleboards, and fishing gear, and prepare to explore. Unplug from the rush of neighboring towns and savor the tranquility of this untouched landscape. This is a unique opportunity to truly experience dry camping and to recharge your inner spirit. We Offer: - A choice of three distinct camping spots - The option to reserve the entire area for yourself - A peaceful hideaway where you can disconnect to reconnect Book Your Stay Today! We hope you'll join us in our mission to restore the carefree spirit of camping. Book your stay today and experience the magic of 23 Acres of Peace.

5. Lakeview Majesty

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9 sites · Tents, RVs · Sandpoint, ID

Enjoy our beautiful peaceful, scenic property while tent camping or RV camping (full hookups). Gorgeous views of Idaho's largest lake, Lake Pend Oreille. Wake up in a peaceful woodsy setting where deer and turkeys roam the property. Stargaze by night, while you enjoy every lake amenity available by the day, only half a mile away! Sandpoint Marina and beach are only 12 miles away! Want to go skiing? Head up to Schweitzer Mountain, only a short 30 minute drive away. NOTE: All campers over 12 foot tall please take the Sunnyside Cut off Road. Do not go under railroad tracks it only has a 12 foot clearance.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Tori

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Mountain Top Getaways

Beautiful view, very peaceful and quiet. Deer greeted me when I got to the site.

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Chris

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Mountain Top Getaways

We had a great time staying at site #5! Would highly recommend it. The views were beautiful, amazing stars at night, and super convenient location to head in to town quickly.

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Pamla

October 2025

25 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to The Mad Moose Ranch

Great place. Would highly recommend. Easy to get to.

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Pamela

September 2025

40 ft fifth wheel

Weekend Trip to The Mad Moose Ranch

Favorite hip camp. Thoroughly enjoyed the spacious and level sites. Peaceful location surrounded by trees. The friendliest hosts around. Convenient location near a multitude of activities. Will be back each season.

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Christian

September 2025

25 ft campervan

With pets

2 nights at Mountain Top Getaways

Cord provided excellent directions to the site, which made getting there simple. Once we arrived, we were blown away by how peaceful and quiet it was. The campsites are well spread out, so it truly felt like we had the whole mountain to ourselves. A perfect place to relax and recharge — we’ll definitely be back!

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Moe

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Mountain Top Getaways

Stunning views and great communication from the host. Site 6 was perfectly secluded and you get to enjoy both the sunset and sunrise.

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Sarah

September 2025

24 ft travel trailer

4 nights at The Mad Moose Ranch

We loved our stay! This was our second time staying here. It is so quiet and peaceful. Very clean Porta potty with a hand wash station. So far one of our favorite Hipcamp!

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Sarah

September 2025

20 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Mountain Top Getaways

Loved staying here. We stayed at site 5 and the views were beautiful. One of the highlights was hearing beautiful elk! The drive up was a little scary but short and totally doable.

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Connie

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at The Mad Moose Ranch

We had a lovely stay. The hosts were wonderful and very easy to work with. Location was spectacularly clean and centrally located for outdoor adventure. We will be back!

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Michael

September 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Lakeview Majesty

The hosts were fantastic and the scenery was beautiful. We would definitely go back again. Short drive into Sandpoint and lots of fun stuff to do in the area.

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Hannah

September 2025

31 ft Class A

With pets

1 night at Glacial Ridge RV Park

This is an amazing site! We came in after 10pm and we were still able to register for a spot and directions were sent through the app. It was so easy to find. There was motion sensor lights to help us back in our RV. Only the lights at our site went on which was nice so if there are other RVs then their lights wouldn't go on and disturb them (though we were the only ones there). It was so quiet and peaceful. No traffic noise even though you are very close to the highway. No problems and felt safe. Very easy hook up, even for people that don't know much about RVs. :) Wonderful experience! 100% recommend this site!

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Kari

September 2025

20 ft campervan

2 nights at Glacial Ridge RV Park

Great spot close to Coeur d' Alene. It was nice to have electrical hookups. Loved the string lights! It did get a bit noisy at times with the proximity of the highway and a shooting range close by. We loved the surroundings and our site felt private. The goats were adorable! Would stay here again.

The view from the sitting rock at the edge of camp.

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Desirae

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lakeview Majesty

The view was beautiful. Property was very clean and quiet. Albert was very welcoming! We will be back again! :)

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Charlene

September 2025

22 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Mad Moose Ranch

What a lovely spot! Our first trip out in our trailer and it was perfect. Such a nice shaded, clean, level spot with everything you could need. So close to Farragut State Park for a day in nature, but also close to a grocery store for the things I inevitably forgot. Ron and Vicki were so kind and easy to communicate with.

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Diane

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Lakeview Majesty

Very lovely little campground. Our host Albert was awesome!

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R David

August 2025

22 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lakeview Majesty

Great host, and a great location. Hooks ups were easy and I had no issue getting in and out with my 22ft travel trailer.

Amber

August 2025

24 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Lakeview Majesty

Well maintained camp site with a nice view. Hosts are nice.

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Jeff

August 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Lakeview Majesty

Fantastic views, spacious, quiet, with convenient lake access just down the road. Albert was an incredibly accommodating and friendly host. Very clean shower and bathroom. Easy access to the lake just down the road. We will absolutely return when in the area. 5/5 stars.

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Athena

August 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Mad Moose Ranch

The RV spots were beautiful and very private. The hosts are very nice and made it easy to book. Highly recommend!

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Christopher

August 2025

25 ft Class C

With kids

3 nights at Glacial Ridge RV Park

The site was fantastic. Power, trash, table and lights were all great. I wish a tent site was a little more level but it was totally fine. The trail to the goats and garden was wonderful. My kids loved it and begged to go ever chance they got. We met the owners down there and they were very friendly and welcoming. We would definitely recommend.