In The Woods is a quiet campground that had a wonderful spacious feel. You can tell this place is run by people who actually camp. The sites are some of the most spacious we have seen and yet very affordable. We were able to text to have firewood brought directly to our camp site. The facilities are basic, but newer and on-site bathrooms/showers were very clean and attractive. The sites are mostly grass with sandy soil beneath the trailer. Our site was mostly level, but we did need one leveling block and the sandy surface made that a bit more challenging. We did have a set of rubber leveling mats that were better to use than our stack style blocks that dug into the sand. Be prepared with quarters for laundry. We worried initially that only one washer and dryer would be a problem, but the campground was not crowded so we had the room to ourselves when we used it. The campground did have a playground for kids, but no pool or other recreational amenities. It appeared that many visitors were away using local trails and lakes judging from the number of boats and 4-wheel toys. Our visit was for one work-week as we passed through the area. They did not have a dog park at the time of our visit (or anyplace our Golden Retriever could get off leash) which is the one amenity that we really could have used. Final thoughts…we would come back if we are in this area. We enjoyed the peace, and spacious sites. We loved the wild-flowers and little touches that made this campground feel like everything you need and nothing you don’t.
I think there are more scenic places to stay and I would have loved to try the nearby state park or even boondocking in TR National Park, but you can’t really beat Medora Campground for conveniences, and my late booking meant this campground was my only option with full hook-ups. So I booked primarily due to location, but having the utilities was a draw for us too. Being our first time here we had some “right of passage” boxes to check like the pitchfork steak fondue dinner (must do once), and seeing the Medora Musical (must do – probably every visit). Being able to catch the trolly at the campground was excellent. The campground is run by the same non-profit that runs most of the stores in town, Theadore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (they also run the steak fondue dinner, and musical) . I have been impressed by their operations. The new construction and enhancements to the non-profit run businesses shows how dedicated they are to the area’s historical preservation and tourism. The town only has 100 year round residents that swells to 500 in the summer as seasonal employees return year after year. I can’t say I’ve ever seen a small town work so hard to become a hub of hospitality. Living near Orlando we aren’t big into the touristy side of National Park travels, but we couldn’t help but want to support them! Back to the campground itself! I read several reviews that worried me. There is nearby construction so some noise was present, but from our site (808) it wasn’t bad (and very level!). There were a LOT of complaints of endless dust and little grass. Our site was pretty sparse on grass, but timely rains kept the dust down without getting the place muddy. I guess we got lucky. I did see plenty of sites with more grass, and I suspect once the construction is done the issue wouldn’t be widespread. We didn’t have the issue. Another common complaint was spacing. Our 30′ Airstream was parked with the big RVs (where they offer 50A service). I felt the spacing was adequate, but not luxurious at all. None of the sites near us offered an outdoor setting I would want to set up chairs and hang out at. If you have a small trailer and can camp closer to the direction of the river the sites are more shaded, and more grassy (but smaller!). The park wasn’t full so most campers had more room in those areas despite the smaller size. The walking trail towards and to the river was excellent for a long dog walk. The city pool and new dog park are just down the driveway (city pool was not open in late June …unsure if it’s new or why that would be the case). In all I found the park lovely for being basically “in town” and the walk on the trails was excellent. The employees were kind, considerate, and we were able to receive a couple of Amazon packages without issue while there. Laundry was great, plenty of clean machines and big dryers… Washers do accept electronic payments, but dryers require quarters (bit of a transition perhaps). Personally we would like to try for the state park next time, but we wouldn’t hesitate to stay at the Medora Campground again.
The only real criticism we could make is the lack of vehicle parking. Towing our 30ft airstream we did not have space for our vehicle and this was true of most of the sites in the park (we had to watch reservations and alternated between parking in a nearby empty site or over in the lot in the front by the motel rooms). Side spacing was decent, but some other sites seemed tight that way too. We were in site 17. We selected it because it had a clear view of the sky for starlink but I think I could have make several other sites work as some of the Cottonwood treed in the satellite map views are no longer there. I think even numbered sites would have worked better as they had enough overhand in the rear to perhaps offer more space with a nicer setting for camping. The sight lines along the chain link fence at our site were not desirable (backs of other buildings and a driveway). The grounds were, grassy, clean, and utilities worked well. There was little space to give our golden retriever a good walk at the camp ground. We relied on trips to park areas that allowed dogs to get this done. The laundry center is dated…using quarters in older machines. We were able to receive Amazon packages reliably ensuring the name of the campground and our site number were included in the name field (this worked even though we messed up the street number on the address – the small town made it happen, but I recommend double checking). The staff/work campers here were great. Very hospitable, kind, and you could see them working around the campground cleaning, mowing, maintaining things well. Sometimes we couldn’t find anyone in the office, but we could always find help. We were late making this reservation and we had been seeking a campground that could accommodate camping next to some friends. I think we would have enjoyed other larger campground resorts more for this trip with our friends even if we couldn’t be next to each other. We’ll try a different resort next time, but other than the odd parking situation I can’t really find fault with Beargrass. The location was rather convenient for staying two weeks while working. Not as close to Glacier NP as I would like, but that much closer to Columbia Falls and White Fish where all the conveniences we could want were located. Where ever you stay, be sure to grab a buffalo burger at Great Bear Cafe very close by, and have dinner at Josephine’s down the road. Glacier Distilling (next to Josephine’s) is fun for drinks or whiskey tasting. We purchased way too much considering we don’t really drink very often.
We needed a campground that would take care of us as we had a bit of shake down week. We had only purchased this RV two days prior, and I was working from the RV for the first time. There were packages we needed to receive as we worked out storage solutions, laundry to do as we settled into cooler weather, and the continuation of our dog’s first extended trip with us. The pristine campground here made all of this less stressful for us to regroup and recover from a stressful few days before. The park is right on the river and is very scenic. There was plenty for Gus the Golden Retriever to explore including a spot where pups can get to the river..I think he preferred the trails, open grassy areas and beach to the dog park area where we could let him off leash (dog park was still good for zoomies). We loved the touches of whimsey along the walking paths. The laundry facilities were first rate and accepted electronic payments. And the staff….oh how wonderful they were. They had a great set up for receiving our avalanche of Amazon and other packages. Can’t speak to WiFi as we used our Starlink set-up, and I would say that most if not all sites have a good view of the sky for satellite Internet, while not feeling like a desert. Couer d’Alene has plenty of conveniences. Anything needed we found, Trader Joes, Walmart, Target, dog grooming, and my husband even went to urgent care just in town for a persistent cough we needed to address before headed to some national parks and further from good health infrastructure. All experiences were excellent with a bit of traffic at times heading to the northern suburban parts of town. Downtown was cute with a beautiful park and we hope to take a seaplane ride next time we are there. I’m positive we will be back as it’s a no brainer for coming through the area or for an extended stay.
This was a quick overnight for us. We rolled in about an hour before sunset. We didn’t really use many of the campgrounds services. Perhaps it was the rather poor neighborhood this was situated in, or perhaps it was the rough looking guy walking around with a snake around his neck (maybe not a fair gut reaction on my part… he did have his family with him), but we got the distinct feeling this was not the park for us. Not a lot of grass in this region so we can’t really complain about the dirt dog run, but Gus wasn’t really interested in spending time there. There was a bit to sniff so it got the job done for his bathroom break. The park felt rather dirty, but when all was said and done, hearing the pool activities, and seeing so many families made us feel reasonably safe for an overnight. The space was very tight and our 25ft trailer was inches away from the back fence as we worked to get the nose of our F-250 out of the driveway. We could have unhooked, but really wanted to avoid that. Moving sites was an unlikely option as the park was quite full for Memorial Day weekend. If I came through this area again I would be looking for alternatives, but in a pinch this is really OK.
Washington Land Yacht Harbor surprised us. We were in the area as we prepared to trade in our Airstream for another at Seattle Airstream Adventures. When we first arrived on Memorial Day with the office closed I confess I was unimpressed as it seemed we were camping in an RV designed parking lot. Our site was a convenient pull through location and mostly level. Sights were somewhat close to one another, but it was enough space to accommodate our needs. Walking around the immediate area I could see how the facilities would be great for Airstream rallies with the gathering hall, outdoor pavilion, and if the grounds were full you could imagine how it would create a fun Airstream neighborhood. The modest landscaping was very clean and grounds very well kept. The full sun gave us solid Starlink for my work week. We checked in the next morning and gained access to the laundry (yay electronic payments) and other facilities. On a subsequent walk with our pup we found the grand off-leash area. Gus (our golden retriever) has declared this THE best RV park ever. The off-leash area and walking paths has those classic majestic pines and was simply idyllic. As we prepared for our RV change we had a couple of packages arriving there and getting deliveries was easy (be sure to include c/o Gatehouse in the address and do not use your site number). Andrew was just the best host ever, gracious and kind. By the end of the week I fully appreciated the great stop over that this park is, and would absolutely stay there again if visiting the area.
Lovely KOA holiday. This was just an overnight for us so it’s tough for us to speak to all that was offered here (stay was too short for us to capture decent photos) The information I got at check in sure made us wish we could stay longer. At least we did get some awesome Huckleberry jam and syrup at the camp store when checking in. The sites were roomy enough though not what I would call spacious. Our site (41) was incredibly level so we were able to stay hooked up for our “o-dark-thirty” departure as we headed towards Seattle. The dog park was not very good, but it was ok for an off leash potty break. In fact I think my dog’s rating would be more like three stars thanks to the pebble road/walkways and lack of pee friendly vegetation.
DO NOT select site 69. It was terribly slopped about 5 inches lower on the camp side. Being right next to the busy road wasn’t really desirable either, but we took all that was left in our late planned trip during the Main Street Festival and leading up to Memorial Day Weekend. The campground does have some of the most scenic views and campsites we’ve seen. The campground is wonderfully maintained with excellent amenities. The laundry room was clean and takes electronic payments. It was easy to get to area conveniences without getting snagged in area traffic. Highly highly recommend The Vinyards…just not site 69!
In The Woods is a quiet campground that had a wonderful spacious feel. You can tell this place is run by people who actually camp. The sites are some of the most spacious we have seen and yet very affordable. We were able to text to have firewood brought directly to our camp site. The facilities are basic, but newer and on-site bathrooms/showers were very clean and attractive. The sites are mostly grass with sandy soil beneath the trailer. Our site was mostly level, but we did need one leveling block and the sandy surface made that a bit more challenging. We did have a set of rubber leveling mats that were better to use than our stack style blocks that dug into the sand. Be prepared with quarters for laundry. We worried initially that only one washer and dryer would be a problem, but the campground was not crowded so we had the room to ourselves when we used it. The campground did have a playground for kids, but no pool or other recreational amenities. It appeared that many visitors were away using local trails and lakes judging from the number of boats and 4-wheel toys. Our visit was for one work-week as we passed through the area. They did not have a dog park at the time of our visit (or anyplace our Golden Retriever could get off leash) which is the one amenity that we really could have used. Final thoughts…we would come back if we are in this area. We enjoyed the peace, and spacious sites. We loved the wild-flowers and little touches that made this campground feel like everything you need and nothing you don’t.
I think there are more scenic places to stay and I would have loved to try the nearby state park or even boondocking in TR National Park, but you can’t really beat Medora Campground for conveniences, and my late booking meant this campground was my only option with full hook-ups. So I booked primarily due to location, but having the utilities was a draw for us too. Being our first time here we had some “right of passage” boxes to check like the pitchfork steak fondue dinner (must do once), and seeing the Medora Musical (must do – probably every visit). Being able to catch the trolly at the campground was excellent. The campground is run by the same non-profit that runs most of the stores in town, Theadore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (they also run the steak fondue dinner, and musical) . I have been impressed by their operations. The new construction and enhancements to the non-profit run businesses shows how dedicated they are to the area’s historical preservation and tourism. The town only has 100 year round residents that swells to 500 in the summer as seasonal employees return year after year. I can’t say I’ve ever seen a small town work so hard to become a hub of hospitality. Living near Orlando we aren’t big into the touristy side of National Park travels, but we couldn’t help but want to support them! Back to the campground itself! I read several reviews that worried me. There is nearby construction so some noise was present, but from our site (808) it wasn’t bad (and very level!). There were a LOT of complaints of endless dust and little grass. Our site was pretty sparse on grass, but timely rains kept the dust down without getting the place muddy. I guess we got lucky. I did see plenty of sites with more grass, and I suspect once the construction is done the issue wouldn’t be widespread. We didn’t have the issue. Another common complaint was spacing. Our 30′ Airstream was parked with the big RVs (where they offer 50A service). I felt the spacing was adequate, but not luxurious at all. None of the sites near us offered an outdoor setting I would want to set up chairs and hang out at. If you have a small trailer and can camp closer to the direction of the river the sites are more shaded, and more grassy (but smaller!). The park wasn’t full so most campers had more room in those areas despite the smaller size. The walking trail towards and to the river was excellent for a long dog walk. The city pool and new dog park are just down the driveway (city pool was not open in late June …unsure if it’s new or why that would be the case). In all I found the park lovely for being basically “in town” and the walk on the trails was excellent. The employees were kind, considerate, and we were able to receive a couple of Amazon packages without issue while there. Laundry was great, plenty of clean machines and big dryers… Washers do accept electronic payments, but dryers require quarters (bit of a transition perhaps). Personally we would like to try for the state park next time, but we wouldn’t hesitate to stay at the Medora Campground again.
The only real criticism we could make is the lack of vehicle parking. Towing our 30ft airstream we did not have space for our vehicle and this was true of most of the sites in the park (we had to watch reservations and alternated between parking in a nearby empty site or over in the lot in the front by the motel rooms). Side spacing was decent, but some other sites seemed tight that way too. We were in site 17. We selected it because it had a clear view of the sky for starlink but I think I could have make several other sites work as some of the Cottonwood treed in the satellite map views are no longer there. I think even numbered sites would have worked better as they had enough overhand in the rear to perhaps offer more space with a nicer setting for camping. The sight lines along the chain link fence at our site were not desirable (backs of other buildings and a driveway). The grounds were, grassy, clean, and utilities worked well. There was little space to give our golden retriever a good walk at the camp ground. We relied on trips to park areas that allowed dogs to get this done. The laundry center is dated…using quarters in older machines. We were able to receive Amazon packages reliably ensuring the name of the campground and our site number were included in the name field (this worked even though we messed up the street number on the address – the small town made it happen, but I recommend double checking). The staff/work campers here were great. Very hospitable, kind, and you could see them working around the campground cleaning, mowing, maintaining things well. Sometimes we couldn’t find anyone in the office, but we could always find help. We were late making this reservation and we had been seeking a campground that could accommodate camping next to some friends. I think we would have enjoyed other larger campground resorts more for this trip with our friends even if we couldn’t be next to each other. We’ll try a different resort next time, but other than the odd parking situation I can’t really find fault with Beargrass. The location was rather convenient for staying two weeks while working. Not as close to Glacier NP as I would like, but that much closer to Columbia Falls and White Fish where all the conveniences we could want were located. Where ever you stay, be sure to grab a buffalo burger at Great Bear Cafe very close by, and have dinner at Josephine’s down the road. Glacier Distilling (next to Josephine’s) is fun for drinks or whiskey tasting. We purchased way too much considering we don’t really drink very often.
We needed a campground that would take care of us as we had a bit of shake down week. We had only purchased this RV two days prior, and I was working from the RV for the first time. There were packages we needed to receive as we worked out storage solutions, laundry to do as we settled into cooler weather, and the continuation of our dog’s first extended trip with us. The pristine campground here made all of this less stressful for us to regroup and recover from a stressful few days before. The park is right on the river and is very scenic. There was plenty for Gus the Golden Retriever to explore including a spot where pups can get to the river..I think he preferred the trails, open grassy areas and beach to the dog park area where we could let him off leash (dog park was still good for zoomies). We loved the touches of whimsey along the walking paths. The laundry facilities were first rate and accepted electronic payments. And the staff….oh how wonderful they were. They had a great set up for receiving our avalanche of Amazon and other packages. Can’t speak to WiFi as we used our Starlink set-up, and I would say that most if not all sites have a good view of the sky for satellite Internet, while not feeling like a desert. Couer d’Alene has plenty of conveniences. Anything needed we found, Trader Joes, Walmart, Target, dog grooming, and my husband even went to urgent care just in town for a persistent cough we needed to address before headed to some national parks and further from good health infrastructure. All experiences were excellent with a bit of traffic at times heading to the northern suburban parts of town. Downtown was cute with a beautiful park and we hope to take a seaplane ride next time we are there. I’m positive we will be back as it’s a no brainer for coming through the area or for an extended stay.
This was a quick overnight for us. We rolled in about an hour before sunset. We didn’t really use many of the campgrounds services. Perhaps it was the rather poor neighborhood this was situated in, or perhaps it was the rough looking guy walking around with a snake around his neck (maybe not a fair gut reaction on my part… he did have his family with him), but we got the distinct feeling this was not the park for us. Not a lot of grass in this region so we can’t really complain about the dirt dog run, but Gus wasn’t really interested in spending time there. There was a bit to sniff so it got the job done for his bathroom break. The park felt rather dirty, but when all was said and done, hearing the pool activities, and seeing so many families made us feel reasonably safe for an overnight. The space was very tight and our 25ft trailer was inches away from the back fence as we worked to get the nose of our F-250 out of the driveway. We could have unhooked, but really wanted to avoid that. Moving sites was an unlikely option as the park was quite full for Memorial Day weekend. If I came through this area again I would be looking for alternatives, but in a pinch this is really OK.
Washington Land Yacht Harbor surprised us. We were in the area as we prepared to trade in our Airstream for another at Seattle Airstream Adventures. When we first arrived on Memorial Day with the office closed I confess I was unimpressed as it seemed we were camping in an RV designed parking lot. Our site was a convenient pull through location and mostly level. Sights were somewhat close to one another, but it was enough space to accommodate our needs. Walking around the immediate area I could see how the facilities would be great for Airstream rallies with the gathering hall, outdoor pavilion, and if the grounds were full you could imagine how it would create a fun Airstream neighborhood. The modest landscaping was very clean and grounds very well kept. The full sun gave us solid Starlink for my work week. We checked in the next morning and gained access to the laundry (yay electronic payments) and other facilities. On a subsequent walk with our pup we found the grand off-leash area. Gus (our golden retriever) has declared this THE best RV park ever. The off-leash area and walking paths has those classic majestic pines and was simply idyllic. As we prepared for our RV change we had a couple of packages arriving there and getting deliveries was easy (be sure to include c/o Gatehouse in the address and do not use your site number). Andrew was just the best host ever, gracious and kind. By the end of the week I fully appreciated the great stop over that this park is, and would absolutely stay there again if visiting the area.
Lovely KOA holiday. This was just an overnight for us so it’s tough for us to speak to all that was offered here (stay was too short for us to capture decent photos) The information I got at check in sure made us wish we could stay longer. At least we did get some awesome Huckleberry jam and syrup at the camp store when checking in. The sites were roomy enough though not what I would call spacious. Our site (41) was incredibly level so we were able to stay hooked up for our “o-dark-thirty” departure as we headed towards Seattle. The dog park was not very good, but it was ok for an off leash potty break. In fact I think my dog’s rating would be more like three stars thanks to the pebble road/walkways and lack of pee friendly vegetation.
DO NOT select site 69. It was terribly slopped about 5 inches lower on the camp side. Being right next to the busy road wasn’t really desirable either, but we took all that was left in our late planned trip during the Main Street Festival and leading up to Memorial Day Weekend. The campground does have some of the most scenic views and campsites we’ve seen. The campground is wonderfully maintained with excellent amenities. The laundry room was clean and takes electronic payments. It was easy to get to area conveniences without getting snagged in area traffic. Highly highly recommend The Vinyards…just not site 69!