Chemeketan Campground

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Tucked-in the understories of lodgepole pines, Chemeketan Campground - Salmon River Headwaters offers a slew of secluded, well-hidden campgrounds.

Like the name might suggest, the area’s known for its healthy populations of both trout and steelheads, while also being a favorite amongst hikers for the serene views alongside the Idaho Centennial Trail.
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Top-rated for location, privacy, and amenities near Sawtooth National Forest

  • Kraay's Market & Garden
  • Kraay's Market & Garden
  • Kraay's Market & Garden
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Kraay's Market & Garden

4 sites · RVs, Tents16 acres · Bellevue, ID
The property has so much history. Larry purchased the 16 acres in 1978 as nothing but a field. His dream was to raise Arabian Horses, so that is what the property was set up to do and he did just that, very successfully. We did convert a few acres into a Market Garden a few years ago and started Kraay's Market Garden, you can find us online. We would love to share our place with you!
Pets
Potable water
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$30
 / night
  • late fall
  • The Devil's Bedstead: One of the most iconic peaks in Idaho
  • late fall
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Idaho's Best Kept Secret!

3 sites · RVs2 acres · Mackay, ID
One of Idaho's most iconic peaks, often compared to the Matterhorn, will transfix you in a picture-perfect view from this campsite. On a clear night, its rosy glow is the only thing you will see just before darkness. As the night darkens further you'll be dazzled by the brightest stars against the darkest of dark skies you will ever experience. Then you'll fall asleep to the peaceful sounds of the Lost River gliding by. In the early morning be on the lookout for the resident moose and her calf (Watch, but don't approach!!) or any of the many deer that ramble by. Then drop a fishing line into the river, just a few steps away, and catch yourself a trout or two for your breakfast. After breakfast, get out your binoculars, cameras, and maps (you did bring them, didn't you?) and choose your day's adventure, whether it be a challenging hike up a mountain trail, a leisurely stroll to a delightful waterfall, a 20-mile trip to world-famous Sun Valley via the stunning Trail Creek Summit, or exploring the largest designated wilderness in the lower 48 states. which is, literally, just on the other side of the fence! The road you enter the property from will also get you 20 miles deep into that wilderness along a broad river valley where you may see elk, moose, wolves, coyotes, foxes, beavers, deer, antelope, mountain goats, big horn sheep, black bears, and much more all thriving in natural abundance. Mountain lions are absent in this area, fortunately, but can be found in narrow, steep-sided canyons in other drainages nearby, if you dare.
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Campfires
from 
$100
 / night
  • SawtoothMonkey
  • The river from the view of the hot springs
  • SawtoothMonkey
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SawtoothMonkey

3 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Lowman, ID
The Sawtooth Monkey is a fictional character who lives in the Sawtooth mountains in Idaho, this creature is a crossbreed of a salmon and baby Bigfoot. Breeding and divine intervention took place circa 1989 when the 1989 fire hit the SF region of the Payette river. Baby Bigfoot had no where to go but the river, he was saved by a school of salmon who by Deus ex machina and the Idaho river God, Beeraspirits transformed Bigfoot and the Alpha 15 pound papa salmon into the Sawtooth Monkey. When SM hit puberty he developed a skin condition and an appetite for coconuts. He is currently friendly but a nuisance, because of his skin problems he is known for stealing ointment, lotions and sunscreen. Also, because of his love for coconuts, he is known for steal those too. Should you confront or come in contact with this elusive creature, please don't feed him anything but coconuts.
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$76
 / night
  • Expansive Views of Soldier Mountain
  • Expansive Views of Soldier Mountain
  • Expansive Views of Soldier Mountain
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Expansive Views of Soldier Mountain

2 sites · RVs, Tents27 acres · Fairfield, ID
Learn more about this land: Pull onto the property and find your favorite spot to pitch a tent or park the RV. Watch out for water, flooding, dry grass, snow and wind! The views are gorgeous, the wildlife is active, and the property is accessible but quiet! 360 degree views of mountains, prairie and the creek right on the property. Gentle winds keep the bugs away during the summer, but can cause blizzard conditions during the winter and fire hazards during the summer/fall. Be advised! Always walk the property before driving on it for best results.
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$50
 / night

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