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1. Heyburn State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Lake Cascade State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Three Island Crossing State Park

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4. Creekside Campground Idaho City

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5. Boise National Forest

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6. Idaho Panhandle National Forests

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7. Pine Flats Campground

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8. Ten Mile Campground

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9. Black Rock Campground

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10. Edna Creek Campground

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11. Bull Trout Campground

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12. Cozy Cove Campground

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13. Queens River Campground

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14. Bad Bear Campground

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15. Palisades Creek Campground

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16. Warm River Campground

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17. Grayback Gulch Campground

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18. Farragut State Park

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19. Ponderosa State Park

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20. Kelly Island Campground

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21. Sawtooth National Forest

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22. Willow Creek Campground

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23. Mountain View

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24. Porcupine Springs Campground

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Tucked in between the Rocky Mountains and the rugged west coast, Idaho is known for its spectacular natural beauty and its endless opportunities for outdoor recreation.
  • Much of the state is covered by national forests and state parks, but no matter where you choose to camp, you'll be able to fish and hike during the day and sit by a cozy campfire at night.
  • Whether you want to pitch your tent among the majestic Ponderosa pines of a national forest or on the shores of a sparkling lake, here are the best places to camp in Idaho.

Idaho Weather by Month:

Month High (°F) Low (°F) Precip. (in) Conditions
January 35 15 1.5 Cold & Snowy
February 40 18 1.3 Cold & Snowy
March 50 25 1.7 Chilly & Wet
April 60 35 1.8 Mild & Rainy
May 70 40 2.1 Pleasant
June 80 50 1.8 Warm & Dry
July 90 55 1.1 Hot & Dry
August 88 53 1.0 Warm & Dry
September 75 42 1.2 Mild & Pleasant
October 60 32 1.5 Cool & Crisp
November 45 25 1.8 Chilly & Rainy
December 35 18 1.6 Cold & Snowy

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