Idaho is a gorgeous and often underrated state that is absolutely perfect for RVers. Not only are there beautiful views around every corner and plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation, but Idaho boondocking spots are also plentiful. Choosing to stay at one of these boondocking spots is ideal because doing so allows you to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and save money of camping fees while you’re at it.
Ready to give Idaho boondocking a try? Below, we’ve listed our favorite spots to set up camp.
Boondocking Sites in Idaho
Bootjack Dispersed Camping
Located just outside of the town of Island Park and Yellowstone National Park, Bootjack Dispersed Camping is the ideal boondocking spot. Not only will you be treated to lovely sites tucked away in the woods, but you’ll also be surrounded by bright green grass. Of course, the proximity to both a town and a national park are pretty great as well.
This site is suitable for rigs of all sizes. Just be aware that cows do sometimes wander through the camping area, meaning there might be some cow pies nearby.
Lake Creek Road Dispersed Camping
If you’re heading to the Sawtooth National Forest, continue staying at Lake Creek Road Dispersed Camping. We love that this spot is in the wilderness, but still relatively close to the town of Ketchum, making it easy to gather supplies when needed.
This camping area does tend to host several campers at a time, but is rarely full and even big rigs can get to the site. Just note that the sites closer to the entrance have a 3 day stay limit. Meanwhile, the ones behind the corral allow campers to stay for up to 16 days.
Goodenough Creek Campground
The BLM plays host to the amazing Goodenough Creek Campground, and in our opinion, it is much more than just good enough. This lovely campground features a gravel parking area that is large enough for any rig and puts you right in the middle of a gorgeous mountainous area. (Be prepared for steep grades.)
While there are no hookups at this campground, there are pit toilets available. Camping season is from May 15 until November 15.
Clark Fork Drift Yard
Located in the beautiful Pend Orville Wildlife Management Area, Clark Fork Drift Yard is an excellent place to escape into nature. It’s easy enough to reach, even in a bigger RV, and mountains surrounding the campsite are absolutely gorgeous.
While this isn’t the biggest boondocking area in the world, it is big enough for several rigs and because there are cut grass camping areas available, tents can stay comfortably as well. It is important to know that the campsite does have a 3 day stay limit, so you won’t want to plan a super long camping trip when staying here.
Stanley Lake Lagoon Dispersed Camping
Stanley Lake Lagoon Dispersed Camping area is another Sawtooth National Forest boondocking spot that is worth considering. This is a wide open area, meaning even if somebody else gets there before you, you’ll still be able to stay without encroaching on anyone’s space. The view is excellent and the option to camp in the shade is lovely.
Campers note that bigger rigs will want to drive in on FR-638 rather than FR-630, but otherwise, this site is accessible by any size rig.
Red Rock Pass Dispersed Camping
Finally, we must mention Red Rock Pass Dispersed Camping. This camping area is located in Caribou-Targhee National Forest and is just as beautiful as all the others on this list.
We love that this camping spot is so open, meaning any size rig can fit and several people can camp at the same time. It’s also perfect for both Starlink and solar panels. There is even cell service available, which is sometimes hard to come by at boondocking sites.
Where to Boondock in Idaho
- Idaho is home to a number of national forests that offer boondocking. These include Caribou-Taghee National Forest, Boise National Forest, Sawtooth National Forest, and more.
- BLM land is also plentiful in Idaho, meaning even more amazing boondocking opportunities.
- The Department of Fish and Wildlife also offers some Idaho boondocking spots.
- More free dry camping can be found in city parks and at roadside stops across the state.
Clearly, Idaho is chock-full of amazing boondocking opportunities. Ready to experience these places for yourself? Rent an RV on RVshare.com, pack it full of the essentials and hit the road. There are lots of Idaho boondocking spots waiting to be explored and memories waiting to be made.
