Crossing the border into Canada from Idaho, all we knew was that we wanted to camp but we had no idea where. Of course, the only criteria was that it be affordable and preferably close to the border because it was starting to get dark and we didn't want to set up camp in the dark. Opting out of the RV park in Creston, we crossed our fingers in hopes that we would find something a little better (by better we mean cheaper). Twenty minutes later as we were driving through the Rocky Mountains, our anxieties began to raise. Little did we know the adventure we were about to embark on...
As we zipped through the winding roads we saw a bright red and yellow sign that said "Rocking River Campground". It was, to say the least, the best campground we have ever come across. As soon as we pulled onto the property covered in toys, decorations, antiques, and collectibles, we knew we had made the right decision to keep going from Creston.
We were immediately greeted by Susie, the owner, who offered to give us a tour of the 10 acre property on her golf cart to choose the campsite of our preference. Uninterested in what made any of the sites different, we said thanks, but no thanks and that we'd rather just set up as soon as possible. She complied, explained that each site is $25, including the motor home that she pointed out to us just 20 yards away. Because of our freezing experiences in Yellowstone, as amazing as they were, we of course chose to take the motor home. It was after all, named "The Ladybug" and was even decorated to suit.
After she showed us to the motor home, Susie asked that we give her 10-15 minutes to brew some coffee for us to have while we went over payment and some camp regulations. In our spare minutes after settling into the Ladybug and already giddy about how amazing this encounter already was, we decided to explore some of the nearby campsites. The very first site we stumbled upon was "The Dino Pit", decked out in toy dinosaurs, equipped with a hammock, a covered picnic area with swinging benches, and a fire pit, all right next to a flowing river. In short, it was fantastic. We immediately changed our mind and told Susie we would prefer the Dino Pit instead. As amazing as the Ladybug was, the Dino Pit was that much better.
Seemingly normal looking outhouses...but a lovely decorated surprise inside!
We enjoyed a beautiful morning at the campsite with a warm fire, a beautiful view of the rushing river and Suzie & Wayne's adorable dog Roxie!
Ribbons campsite
Records campsite - another guest had her easel set up for painting.
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