Camping
Camping in Idaho
Discover 30 state parks offering camping in Idaho
🏕️ Camping in Idaho State Parks at a Glance
Book ahead
9 months
Nightly fee
$17–$84
Booking system
State-run "Get Outside" reservation system operated by Idaho Dept. of Parks & Recreation
- Reservation fee: Reservation fee applies, waived for Idaho residents with current valid Idaho RV registration sticker; exact non-resident amount not confirmed on official page
- Pets: Pets welcome in most parks on a leash no longer than 6 ft or confined to a camper; prohibited on beaches and in some cabins/yurts; never leave pets unattended in a closed vehicle
- Firewood: "Buy it where you burn it" — source firewood locally (within ~50 miles) to prevent spread of tree-killing pests; no statewide out-of-state ban stated, but local-sourcing strongly required/advised
- Good to know: Idaho uses dynamic demand-based pricing ("Idaho Time"), so nightly rates fluctuate; the 9-month rolling window advances daily.
Official agency: Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (IDPR)
Booking windows, fees and rules shown as of June 2026 and change periodically — always confirm current details on the official reservation portal above before booking.
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State Parks
Idaho State Parks with Camping
Bear Lake State Park
Billingsley Creek State Park
Box Canyon Springs Nature Preserve
Bruneau Dunes State Park
Castle Rocks State Park
Coeur d’Alene Parkway State Park
Dworshak State Park
Eagle Island State Park
Farragut State Park
Glenns Ferry Historical State Park
Harriman State Park
Hells Gate State Park
Henrys Lake State Park
Heyburn State Park
Lake Cascade State Park
Lake Walcott State Park
Land of the Yankee Fork State Park
Lucky Peak State Park
Malad Gorge State Park
Massacre Rocks State Park
McCroskey State Park
Niagara Springs State Park
Old Mission State Park
Ponderosa State Park
Priest Lake State Park
Ritter Island State Park
Round Lake State Park
Thousand Springs State Park
Three Island Crossing State Park
Winchester Lake State Park
❓ Camping in Idaho — FAQ
How far ahead can I book Idaho state park campsites?
You can reserve Idaho state park campsites 9 months in advance via State-run "Get Outside" reservation system operated by Idaho Dept. of Parks & Recreation. Booking windows change periodically, so confirm on the official reservation portal before planning. (As of June 2026.)
How much does camping cost in Idaho state parks?
Nightly campsite fees in Idaho state parks typically run $17–$84, depending on site type (tent vs. RV/full-hookup), season and residency. Exact rates are shown at booking.