Trailer Life Campground Review: McCall RV Resort, Idaho

Trailer Life Cream of the Crop Campsites: McCall RV Resort—McCall, Idaho

If you’re searching for clean air, green forests, pristine waterways and jagged peaks away from the crowds, consider taking a camping vacation to Idaho! Yes, there is more to the Gem State than its famous potatoes. You’ll come for the scenic beauty and outdoor recreation and stay because of the friendly people. From historic sites and cultural events to year-round outdoor adventures, Idaho offers entertainment for everyone. Whether traveling as a couple, with the whole family, or as part of a large group, McCall RV Resort in McCall is a great spot to use as your “home base” while seeing the sites in the southwestern part of the state. Whether you’re on your way north to Coeur D’Alene or south to Boise and Pocatello, McCall is a good place to start.

Idaho is a sparsely populated state with lots of beautiful open spaces, and McCall serves as a prime example of these characteristics. Traditionally a logging town, McCall now has the nickname Ski Town U.S.A. and is home to many winter Olympic athletes. The 1938 Hollywood film “Northwest Passage”, starring Spencer Tracy, Robert Young and Walter Brennan featured McCall and Payette Lake as scenic backdrops. McCall is also home to one of only four smokejumper training bases in the country.

The McCall RV Resort is located along the banks of the North Fork Payette River, about 100 miles due North of Boise on SR 55. The resort is open year-round and the owner is on site. Look for discounted rates during the winter off season and enjoy the snow and skiing. The resort is within McCall city limits about a mile from the center of town. To get to the many shops and restaurants it’s a quick walk on a paved walking/bike path that winds through the woods along an abandoned railroad easement.

The large, shaded sites allow you to camp in a natural setting with gorgeous views. Pull-thrus measure 40x 65 and back-ins measure 29x 53. Big rig sites are available. There are 32 paved sites and 87 gravel sites. 20/30/50 amp service is available along with instant phone and cable hookups. There is a laundry facility, dump station, LP gas and firewood, as well as full restrooms with showers. The resort also features paved drives and generous concrete patios for entertaining. Each site is either set at a 60° angle to the road or has a wide-radius approach for easy access.

Relax in the large yet cozy lodge. Enjoy a nice cup of coffee in front of the lobby fireplace surrounded by the building’s rustic wood charm. Or take a dip in the indoor pool and spa to soothe those aching muscles after a busy day of hiking, canoeing, golfing or skiing.

Need more room for your group or special event? The resort features a banquet and entertainment hall that seats up to 150 that can be booked for rallies, reunions, weddings, etc. Or grill on the large barbeque while your group gathers for entertainment on the outdoor amphitheater and stage. Don’t hesitate to ask the on-site event coordinator for assistance in planning all aspects of your special event.

What else is there to see or do in McCall? Hit the slopes at the Brundage Mountain Resort for skiing and snowboarding in winter, and concerts, hiking and mountain biking in summer. If golfing and swimming are more your style, try the Tamarack Resort just south of McCall on Lake Cascade. The Payette National Forest offers an abundance of recreational opportunities in all four seasons, including fishing and hunting. Discover McCall and start planning your trip today!