Announcement

Collapse
No announcement yet.

Campgrounds: TENT ONLY!

Collapse
This is a sticky topic.
X
X
 
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts

  • Campgrounds: TENT ONLY!

    Howdy, TENT CAMPERS ONLY!!

    This just might be our Holy Grail Quest! It might not yet be yours( it is mine however), if your like camping at a very nice campground and wake up the next morning and have noticed that over-night you've been surrounded by Large 5th Wheels and RVs you gotta move your campsite! Wow, those RVs are sure crowding this place! It's not that I don't like RVers it's because I don't like camping in the shadow of a luxury rolling tin box!:eek:

    This sub-forum is reserved for campgrounds that are designed for TENT ONLY! If you know of a spot in your neck of the woods and would like share it...post it up. If not no problem because it will eventually be found and posted wether your want it posted or not. If you know of a campground that has RVs & tents but has a section set aside for tent only that also qualifies! I believe there are hundreds of these pristine sites all over this great land(sure we got some problems-and we are working on them); it's still a GREAT LAND! I am a tenter and this is my Holy Grail Quest!!

    Long Live Tents; Longer Still Tenters!

    This is simply a place to list TENT ONLY CAMPGROUNDS. If you have a question about a spot that is linked, please start a new thread. We prefer to keep this as a link thread. That will make it easier to find a Tent only spot.

    I use to fear that if I gave away a great site and told no one about it, no one would find it. That's like running onto what you think is a ghost town that no one knows about, you're fooling yourself. I've come back to my secret ghost-town and it's got more people here than I thought! Thanks for looking-Get Campin'
    Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
    Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

  • #2
    WY: Tent Only Campground

    Howdy,
    Here's a place that I've camped at before. It's a day and a half drive there from sunny Las Vegas. But it takes you to the very center of the majestic Grand Teton National Park, where one can TENT CAMP ONLY! How grand is that. A camper though has to pack food away in bear proof cans because you are the guest and bears rule there, not humans! Fines are steep if a bear gets into your car and your food and you complain to a ranger.

    http://www.nps.gov/grte/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm - 41k - Cached


    Click on the word "Cached" and then scroll down to "Jenny Lake Campground".
    There are 51 sites TENT ONLY! How grand is that!! Jenny Lake is nearby and we've even kayaked it's cold waters with still floating ice in late May. No motors, not even electric motors are allowed. Great place, we never wanted to leave! The photos I took are still on film(large format) and I've never transferred them to digital yet, maybe one day.
    ___________________________________

    Lake Alice Campground
    Description: 9 tent-only sites on the shores of Lake Alice. Lake Alice was created when a massive landslide peeled from the 9,325 foot Lake Mountain and dammed Poker Creek with a mile long pile of debris. The resulting lake is three miles long and over 200 feet deep. Because the lake`s outlet flows below the surface through the natural dam, the fish population has been isolated. Bonneville Cutthroat Trout are the only fish species in the lake. No other species have been introduced.

    Location: From Cokeville, take WY 232 north 12 miles to Forest Route 10070. At 5.5 miles go straight/ bear left at the "Y" intersection to continue on FR 10070. Go another 16 miles. Park, and hike 1.5 miles east to the campground.

    Address: Kemmerer Ranger District
    Bridger-Teton National Forest
    P.O. Box 31
    Kemmerer, WY 83101Phone: (307)877-4415
    Season: July 1 - October 31
    Fee: no
    Reservations: NO
    ____________________________________
    Last edited by renodesertfox; 12-01-2009, 02:03 PM.
    Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
    Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

    Comment


    • #3
      Grandview CG: Rocky Mtn NP

      Howdy,
      Here the Lowdown:

      Activities -- Beautiful views of the Never Summer Range, proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park and a chance for tent campers to escape from RVs. Usually opens in July.

      Location -- Drive 11 miles north of Fort Collins on U.S. Highway 287. Turn left onto Colorado Highway 14. Travel approximately 53 miles west and turn south on to Long Draw Road (Forest Service Road 156). Drive 12 miles to campground.

      Sites -- 8 tent-only sites

      Fee -- $10

      Reservations -- No, all campsites are first-come, first-served basis.
      Services -- vault toilets, fire grates, picnic tables and drinking water
      Maximum vehicle length -- tents only
      Information -- Roosevelt National Forest, 970-295-6700.
      Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
      Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

      Comment


      • #4
        Utah: Tent Only Campgrounds

        Howdy,

        Big John's Flat: Take U-153 up Beaver Canyon for 17 miles. Then turn on forest road #123 and drive 3 miles. Many camping areas are available, but without improved facilities. Elevation: 10,200 ft. For those with 4-wheel drive vehicles, a primitive road affords spectacular views at the head of Bullion Canyon.

        ********************************
        Anderson Meadow Campground: Located 10 miles east of Beaver on Scenic Byway U-153, then 8 miles on gravel road #137. The campground overlooks Anderson Meadow Reservoir. Elevation: 9,400 ft. Facilities include drinking water, vault toilets, tables and grills. Good fishing and spectacular scenery.
        Number of Camping Units - 10
        Trailers and Tent Sites
        Fee charged

        *********************************
        Up The Creek Campground, Moab Utah. Tent Only 1 block from Main Street.
        On the outskirts of Arches National Park and close to Canyonlands.


        Moab Utah | Up The Creek Campground Downtown
        Last edited by renodesertfox; 12-14-2009, 07:07 AM. Reason: adding info
        Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
        Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

        Comment


        • #5
          Montana

          Howdy,
          Kintla Lake Campground, Glacier National Park.



          Kintla Lake campground is Glacier National Park's most remote frontcountry and car camping campground. It is located in the upper most northwest section of the park known as the North Fork, approximately 40 miles from the west entrance and the Canadian border. Though the drive is very slow and bumpy on dirt roads, the scenery along the way is spectacular. Part of the drive takes you through the tiny community of Polebridge, and sections of the park that notably burned in 1988 and 2003.

          Due to it's remote location, the campground is very quiet and is very rarely filled, offering tent campers a sense of solitude. The campground sits on Kintla Lake and is surrounded by trees, providing shade, cover, and filtered views of the lake and the mountains that circle it. A hand pump is available for potable water, and pit toilets are located in the campground as well. For those who canoe and kayak, Kintla Lake is a paddlers paradise; no motorcraft is allowed. Fisherman will also enjoy Kintla Lake for the trout found in it. And if you like to hike, don't forget to pack your boots, as day hikes and extended trips into the backcountry can be found near the campground. It isn't uncommon to hear the memorable howls of wolves at night.

          Limited amenities can be found in Polebridge.

          RVs and truck and trailer combinations are not recommended at Kintla Lake due to the nature of the long, narrow, and windy dirt road to the campground. Sites are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Primitive camping is available, depending on weather and road conditions, prior to May 23 and after September 15. Primitive camping is $10.00 per night. During primitive camping season there is no water available and campers are advised to bring their own drinking water.

          Summer camping only 5/22 to 9/13

          13 Campsites(First Come First Served Only)---Yippee! I'm going there summer 2010!

          $15.00 per night

          Glacier National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

          ___________________________________________
          Last edited by renodesertfox; 12-01-2009, 09:03 PM.
          Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
          Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

          Comment


          • #6
            Utah: Indian Creek, Beaver County: Dispersed

            Indian Creek: Take the old highway #91 north for 7 miles through Manderfield. Then look for the Indian Creek road sign, (gravel road). It is approximately a 10 mile drive on the unimproved road. This camping and fishing area is less familiar to non-county residents. However, some outstanding scenery awaits visitors when driving up the narrow canyon and around Manderfield Reservoir, which lies at the foot of Mt. Baldy.
            No facilities - camping designated as "dispersed"
            Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
            Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

            Comment


            • #7
              Utah - Beaver County:Dispersed Camping

              Howdy,
              Merchant Valley: Approximately 16 miles due east of Beaver. Take Scenic Byway U-153 to the junction of Merchant Creek and Three Creeks to gain access to the area. Elevation: 8,800 ft. Lake fishing is permitted at the Merchant Valley Dam.
              No facilities - camping designated as "dispersed"

              North Creek: Approximately 15 miles northeast of Beaver. Drive east 2 miles on U-153, until you see North Creek Road on the north side of street. Follow the road for 4 to 5 miles to forest road #119 (gravel). Take this road into undeveloped area. Good stream fishing on the South Fork and beautiful scenery. Check with the Beaver District Ranger station for directions and information.
              No facilities - camping designated as "dispersed"

              South Creek Area: The site is located about 12 miles southeast of Beaver. Check with the Beaver District Ranger station for directions and information. Often, there is good fishing for native trout in the creek. Primitive 4-wheel drive roads exist to Birch Creek, Big Twist, Little Twist, Rocky and Coyote.
              No facilities - camping designated as "dispersed"

              Three Creeks Reservoir: This is a very popular fishing area. Take Scenic Byway U-153 east from Beaver for 17 miles (paved road). Then watch for the Three Creeks sign and turn onto the gravel road to the reservoir. Elevation 8,000 ft. Excellent stream and lake fishing. Drinking water is available.
              No facilities - camping designated as "dispersed"

              Timid Springs/Big Flat: The site is located approximately 24 miles east of Beaver on Scenic Byway U-153. No fishing available in the immediate area. However, privately owned Puffer Lake is about 2 miles to the northwest. Elevation: 10,500 ft. Drinking water is available near the Big Flat Ranger Station. Parking is also available for campers and trailers.
              No facilities - camping designated as "dispersed"
              Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
              Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

              Comment


              • #8
                ID near Clark Fork

                Howdy,
                Whiskey Rock
                Located on the east shore of Lake Pend Oreille, about 30 miles southwest of Clark Fork. There are three units with three sites each. Picnic units, fire rings, beach/swimming, fishing, boat dock, pit toilets. No fee at this Forest Service facility. Tent camping only.

                208-263-5111
                ************************************************
                Porcupine Lake Campground
                There are five spaces in this tent only campground, located about 15 miles north of Clark Fork. Picnic tables, fishing and toilets. This is a no fee facility.

                208-263-5111
                Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
                Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

                Comment


                • #9
                  MT: Ashley Lake North Campground

                  Howdy,
                  Description: Ashley Lake North Campground has 10 primative campsites. Vault toliet available. Drinking water is not provided. No signage. Fishing and boating may be enjoyed on the lake but hand launch. The maximum recommended trailer length for this area is 12 feet. There is one additional campsite available on the south side of the lake with a picnic table and toliet. At the Ashley Lake Boat Launch there are 4 undeveloped campsites, restrooms and boat launch.

                  Directions: Located 21 miles from Whitefish. Take Highway 2 west out of Kalispell. Turn at Batavia School onto Ashley Lake Road. A camping sign marks the entrances to the campground.
                  Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
                  Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

                  Comment


                  • #10
                    MT: Blodgett Canyon Campground

                    Howdy,
                    Description: Blodgett Canyon Campground is located in Bitterroot National Forest. There are 6 campsites. The campground is at the trailhead for the Blodgett Canyon Trail, a popular, moderately easy trail that leads to the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Toilets available but no water or garbage removal. Please limit your stay to 5 days.

                    Directions: Located 5 miles northwest of Hamilton on Blodgett Creek.
                    Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
                    Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

                    Comment


                    • #11
                      MT: Cave Mountain Campground

                      Howdy,
                      Description: Cave Mountain campground is located in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains along the shore of the North Fork of the Teton River with some sites overlooking the river. The campground is at an elevation of 5200 feet and offers 14 campsites to choose from. Aspen and fir provide shade for most of the sites. This is a nice little pack it in, pack it out campground with delightful views of the Sawtooth Range. The sites are well separated providing some privacy. Just east of the campground is Nature Conservancy land and famed dinosaur, fossil rich Montana Badlands. Contact the Museum of the Rockies (406) 994-6618 for information. There are hitching rails and feed troughs at the Middle Fork of the Teton trail head. This is bear country; use safe food storage techniques. Limit stay to 14 days.

                      Directions: From Choteau, take US Highway 89 north 4 miles to Teton Pass Winter Sports Area/Eureka Reservoir signs. Turn left at signs and go 22.8 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.4 miles to campground. Last 5 miles are gravel and dirt.
                      Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
                      Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

                      Comment


                      • #12
                        Utah: Deer Haven Campground

                        Howdy,
                        Description

                        Located sixteen miles east of the town of Cedar City, Utah. Facilities include: 2 flush toilets and 1 vault toilet, an amphitheater with a large group fire ring, 2 tables and a fire ring at each tent site. NO showers. This is a pack-it-in, pack-it-out campground. Therefore campers must remove all garbage when vacating the campground. Garbage may be deposited at the Cedar Canyon or Duck Creek campgrounds. Culinary water is piped from a spring. There is not an abundant supply of water, please conserve available water in all activities. Parking is available in the central park lot and outside the campground fence and gate. Parking lot can hold 20 conventional vehicles. Campers should come prepared to carry gear from the central parking lot to the tent sites. The tent sites are for tents only. RV's are allowed only in the central parking lot. RV hook-ups are not available. Maximum RV length is 24 feet. Group site fee is $55.00 for the first 50 people, then $1.00 for each additional person after the first 50 people. The campground holds a maximum of 200 people. Attractions nearby include Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion's National Park and Cedar Breaks National Monument, scenic views; excellent biking and hiking.

                        Reservations must be made at least 4 days in advance. This campground requires a 3 day minimum stay on holiday weekends. Maximum vehicle length is 24 feet. No firearms in the campground. Fireworks are not allowed on the National Forest. Pets must be leashed and cleaned up after. Special Item: To prevent resource damage in the Deer Have campground area, camps shall be set up only in the designated areas which are around the table and fire ring. Each campsite can accommodate up to three tents and 10 to 12 people. ATV Policy: Deer Haven is closed to all ATV operation. ATV's can be hauled into and out of the campground, but they cannot be unloaded or ridden within the campground. Longer vehicles may be parked outside the gate. Additional parking is available outside the compound. For more information about the park, please call (435)865-3200.

                        Getting There:

                        Deer Haven (UT)
                        DIXIE
                        Cedar City UT 84720

                        GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
                        37.57361, -112.90861

                        From Cedar City take highway 14, east for 16 miles. Turn south on Webster Flat road, and travel 3 miles to the campground.
                        Get campin', Renodesertfox A canvas campateer
                        Campin' Here Between Campouts! Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult

                        Comment


                        • #13
                          Re: Utah: Tent Only Campgrounds

                          *********************************
                          Up The Creek Campground, Moab Utah. Tent Only 1 block from Main Street.
                          On the outskirts of Arches National Park and close to Canyonlands.


                          Moab Utah | Up The Creek Campground Downtown[/QUOTE]

                          The above link doesn't work. For more info on Up the Creek Campground in Moab, check out http://www.moabupthecreek.com/. That link should work. It's a great option for camping right in Moab. There are no RVs. It's a walk in tent only campground with a nice bathhouse, and it's popular. It's best to call ahead and make reservations. Now you know.

                          Comment


                          • #14
                            Re: Campgrounds: TENT ONLY!

                            Hey renodesrtfox, I am the same. I prefer sites that are quiet. The thing that bugs me more than anything is camping at like sites next to an interstate.
                            I am an old camper. I've been throwing out sleeping bags and at times just a blanket for almost 50 years.
                            Still I look forward to a night in a pleasant camp site. My camping largely is work related. It's cheaper than a motel.

                            Comment

                            Working...
                            X