Grangeville, Idaho is the largest city in Idaho County, and it’s well known by locals and visitors as a gateway to scenic wildlife areas. The city is surrounded by forests, with the Saint Joe National Forest and Lolo Nation Forest to the north, the Nez Perce National Forest and Clearwater National Forest to the east, and the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest and Payette National Forest to the south.
Along with nearby forests, residents and visitors also enjoy spending time at the nearby rivers, which include Clearwater River, Snake River, and Salmon River. Whitewater rafting is a common activity to enjoy in these rivers, and so is fishing for steelhead and brown trout.
Historically, Grangeville experienced gold rushes, wars with natives, and railroad feuds. For over 90 years, timber was transported from Grangeville through the Camas Prairie Railroad system, but in the year 2000, the railroad was shut down.
In 1994, an excavator for the Department of Fish and Game discovered large bones in Grangeville’s Tolo Lake. Soon after the discovery, professional and volunteer excavators drained and searched the lake to find the remains of more than 200 prehistoric Colombian Mammoths in the area. Today, there is an exhibit to commemorate the search in Soltman Park that is free for visitors to see, and it’s complete with a 14-foot-high mammoth replica.
Grangeville Border Days - You can attend Idaho's oldest rodeo during the Grangeville Border Days, which take place annually in July.
Salmon River Jet Boat Races - Yearly in April, Grangeville and the surrounding communities host a jet-boat race on the Salmon River.
Idaho County Fair – Held annually in August, the Idaho County Fair at the Cottonwood Fairgrounds serves up plenty of local food alongside a parade.
Glacier National Park is in nearby Montana and is considered the "Crown of the Continent." Inside the park, you can try horseback riding or whitewater rafting with or without a ranger guide. You can also spot plenty of wildlife, such as grizzly bears, black bears, and mountain lions.
Yellowstone National Park is a park that covers parts of Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. Perhaps the biggest attraction in the park is Old Faithful, an active geyser that has erupted once every 45 to 120 minutes since 2000. However, there are plenty of other things to see and do at Yellowstone as well; for example, fishing at Mallard Lake or hiking the intense Avalanche Peak.
Mount Rainier National Park is in Washington and is home to Mount Rainier, an active volcano topped with icy peaks. In between the mountain ranges of the park are fields of wildflowers, and visitors can spot wild elk grazing on the land at any time.
Ponderosa State Park is a park that sits on a peninsula of Payette Lake and has over 12 miles of trails and beach access for visitors to take advantage of. It also has an on-site campground that includes full hookups and heated bathroom and shower facilities.
Wallowa Lake State Park is located in nearby Oregon and has a scenic view of the Wallowa Mountain Range. The park sits on Wallowa Lake, and there is a marina where visitors can purchase fishing licenses and rent boats, canoes, and kayaks. The park's public campgrounds are open year-round and have 121 full-hookup sites.
Hells Gate State Park is located on the edge of Snake River, the river that leads to Hells Gate Canyon. The park's name may sound intimidating, but it has family-friendly activities to try, like exploring the Lewis & Clark Discovery Center or following a ranger-led educational program.
There are plenty of landmarks to discover in Idaho, and there are some relatively close to Grangeville. Hells Canyon is one, and it's the deepest canyon in North America, making it a must-see stop just a few miles south of Grangeville. You'll also want to check out the Mammoth Exhibit in downtown Grangeville, a replica of a Colombian Mammoth found in the town's Tolo Lake. If you enjoy urban exploration, you can also check out Mount Idaho just outside of Grangeville. Mount Idaho is a ghost town that was once in competition with Grangeville for the county seat.
The campground at Hells Gate State Park in nearby Lewiston is one great option for RVers who want spacious camping spots on top of full hookups and free WiFi. Winchester State Park offers an RV campground that is open year-round and features great fishing nearby. For public camping, try Bear Den RV Resort right in Grangeville. This pet-friendly campground is well-maintained and provides a clubhouse, laundry room, and on-site showers with handicap access.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Grangeville, ID, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Grangeville?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Grangeville from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Grangeville?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
