Explore Free Camping Options in Montpelier Ranger District: Your Ultimate Guide

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Montpelier Ranger District in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest, where nature enthusiasts and camping aficionados find their paradise. Covering over 1.5 million acres, this stunning landscape boasts a diverse range of recreational opportunities, from pristine lakes to scenic mountains. Popular campgrounds like Thomas Fork Campground and Lakeview Campground offer well-maintained sites with amenities that cater to families and solo adventurers alike, while the serene Montpelier Campground provides a peaceful retreat near the Bear River. For those seeking a more rugged experience, several free camping options, such as dispersed camping along Forest Service roads, allow you to connect intimately with nature. With more than 350 miles of hiking trails and abundant wildlife, including elk and moose, your outdoor adventures are boundless. Make Montpelier Ranger District your next destination for unforgettable camping experiences in the heart of Idaho’s natural splendor.
Albert Moser Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (43 min north of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 5,268 feet. There are a total of 9 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 25 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $17.00 to $32.00. Activities include fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
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Cloverleaf Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 26 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 6,913 feet. There are a total of 19 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $20.00 to $75.00. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Emigration Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 10 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 7,192 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 58 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $100.00. Some amenities include accessible, restroom, amphitheater, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
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Montpelier Canyon Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 34 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 6,237 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. 13 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 13 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $13.00 per night. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Paris Springs Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 31 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 6,528 feet. There are a total of 12 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $17.00 to $100.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports, rock climbing.
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Porcupine Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 24 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 6,758 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. 6 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 32 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
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St. Charles Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 14 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 6,128 feet. There are a total of 6 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. 1 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 32 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Summit View Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 37 min east of Pocatello, ID) with an elevation of 7,197 feet. There are a total of 21 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to the beginning of September. 20 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $17.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
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Willow Flat Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (58 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 6,082 feet. There are a total of 54 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. 49 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 75 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $20.00 to $120.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
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