Summer Camping in Idaho
Discover the best summer camping across Idaho. Experience the best of outdoor camping during the warmest months. Long days, starry nights, and endless adventure await.
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Summer brings warm swimming conditions in Redfish Lake's alpine waters, where you'll paddle or hike to reach this backcountry sanctuary beneath the Sawtooth peaks.
Idaho Panhandle National Forests
The Moyie River flows right through camp, delivering cool water for swimming, kayaking, and trout fishing after hot days exploring the nearby Copper Falls trail.
Cast your fly line into the legendary Henry's Fork as elk graze nearby across 11,000 acres of pristine Greater Yellowstone wilderness. Summer brings wildflower-dotted meadows to explore on horseback, miles of hiking trails through wildlife habitat, and prime fishing conditions on one of...
About Summer Camping in Idaho
Summer camping in Idaho unveils some of the most spectacular wilderness landscapes in the American West, where snow-capped peaks, crystalline alpine lakes, and wild rivers create an outdoor paradise from June through September. The Gem State's diverse geography offers everything from the iconic Sawtooth Mountains to the pristine waters of Priest Lake, with campgrounds that provide access to world-class recreation in settings that range from developed lakeside resorts to remote backcountry havens.
Best Time
Peak summer camping season in Idaho runs from late June through early September, with July and August offering the most reliable weather and full campground operations, though these months also bring the largest crowds and require advance reservations at popular destinations like Redfish Lake and Priest Lake. Early summer (June) provides excellent fishing as rivers run high with snowmelt, wildflower displays at lower elevations, and fewer visitors, but high-elevation campgrounds may remain snowbound until late June or early July.
Season Highlights
- Warm weather and long days
- Swimming and water activities
- Full amenities and services
- Family-friendly activities
Campground Locations
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Tips & Recommendations
- 1Reserve campsites at Recreation.gov or Idaho State Parks as early as possible for summer weekends, particularly for lakeside and river-access locations that fill up months in advance.
- 2Pack layers for dramatic temperature swings—nights can drop into the 30s and 40s even when daytime highs reach the 80s, especially at elevation.
- 3Bring bear-resistant food storage containers or be prepared to use bear boxes and poles provided at campgrounds, as black bears are active throughout Idaho's forests and wilderness areas.
- 4Consider a high-clearance vehicle for accessing remote campgrounds via Forest Service roads, and always check current road conditions before departure as washouts and closures occur.
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