Challis, Idaho, lures RV campers with natural hot springs and the rushing Salmon River. Thirty-six parks dot the area, perfect bases for hiking Salmon-Challis National Forest trails or fishing Yankee Fork creeks. Park your rig here to soak in Challis Hot Springs after a day chasing gold rush history.
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Challis hugs Highway 93 in Custer County, where gold miners once swarmed the hills. Anglers cast lines into the Salmon River, while hikers tackle trails from the Land of the Yankee Fork Interpretive Center. Soak sore muscles at Challis Hot Springs, or swing clubs at the local golf course overlooking the valley. Pilots touch down at Challis Airport for quick getaways into the wilderness.
Round Valley RV Park fits families chasing comfort: WiFi, showers, 50-amp hookups, and dump station start at $31/night. Budget hunters grab Country Junction RV Park & Campground from $24/night. Golfers pick Challis Golf Course RV Park with WiFi for $33/night right by the fairways. Luxury seekers head to Challis Hot Springs, Inc., where full amenities pair with pools at $41-$43/night. Wilderness fans claim spots at Bighorn Crags Campground amid rugged peaks.
Challis draws crowds for Challis Hot Springs and Salmon River fishing. Gold rush relics at the Land of the Yankee Fork Interpretive Center reveal pioneer tales, while Salmon-Challis National Forest trails challenge hikers. Campers base here to blend relaxation with rugged outdoor pursuits year-round.
Round Valley RV Park, Country Junction RV Park & Campground, and Challis Hot Springs, Inc. top the list near Challis. These cluster along Highway 93 with easy Salmon River access. Expect WiFi, showers, 50-amp hookups, and dump stations at select spots like Round Valley and Challis Hot Springs.
Round Valley RV Park and Challis Hot Springs, Inc. provide full hookups including 50-amp, showers, WiFi, and dump stations. Families book Round Valley from $31/night; soakers pick Challis Hot Springs at $41-$43/night near the pools. Both sit close to Highway 93 for quick town runs.