Although located on busy US-2, this campground is shielded from the highway by a buffer zone that contains a number of large trees, so noise is not a problem. The Wi-Fi service provided is very good, with a strong signal and consistently satisfactory speed. The laundry arrangement in this park is unique. Rather than the normal coin-operated machines, you are asked to pay prior to being admitted to the laundry area. The machines (2 washers and 2 dryers) are new, but the fee of $3 per load (wash & dry) is among the highest that I’ve paid in my travels.

Farragut State Park is a 4,000 acre park that lies on the shore of Lake Pend Oreille between Coeur D’Alene and Sandpoint, Idaho. During WW II, the site was the location of a Naval Training Center which housed over 30,000 trainees. The only remaining building is the former Brig which now is houses a museum that’s worth a visit for those interested in 20th century history. The park has 4 campgrounds: Waldron, Gilmore, Whitetail and Snowberry. This review pertains to the newest, Gilmore. Its’ paved sites are well spaced and most are a good distance away from the park’s interior access road. Both pull through (parallel to the road) and back-in sites are available. The park has miles of hiking/biking trails plus numerous closed roadways for biking. If you enjoy the solitude of the woods, you’ll love this park.

As mentioned in several previous reviews, this park has a 9-hole par 3 golf course which lies between the camping area and State Highway 28. Many of the sites are adjacent to the course, but a number of large trees will protect your vehicle from most errant shots. Be careful when backing into these sites as some of the trees have large limbs which could damage your vehicle. The golf course also serves to reduce some of the noise from the busy highway. Fortunately, traffic subsides in the late evening so road noise shouldn’t interrupt your sleep. Additionally, a railroad line across the highway contributes to the noise level. The park is well-kept, although a collection of junk golf course maintenance equipment around the service building detracts from this otherwise neat facility. I downgraded this campground due to the poor Wi-Fi service. Response ranged from very good to atrocious – most of the time it was so poor that it was impossible to get any productive access to the Internet.

Fish Creek is one of the two campgrounds in Glacier National Park that accepts reservations. Located on the northern shore of Lake McDonald, potential users should be aware of the regulations and limitations pertaining to each of its 4 loops. Loop “A” is capable of holding larger motorhomes, but operators of these vehicles should take care when passing between the two large trees near sites 15 & 16. Loop “B” may create maneuvering problems for vehicles over 30’. Loop C prohibits any use of generators and campground literature warns that vehicles longer than 28’ are unable to navigate loop “D”. This is a heavily wooded campground, so at many of the sites vehicle interiors will be quite dark, even at mid-day. Because of its location on the more densely populated western side of the park, the campground receives heavy use during the summer season.

One of the most impressive features of this park is the space between sites, all of which are pull-throughs. Whoever laid out the park could have easily squeezed an additional site in the areas between the parking locations for each coach. It’s nice to visit a park where consideration for campers' comfort outweighs the profit motive. Although the park is located on a major highway (US-93), noise was not a problem as traffic volume is very low during the overnight hours. Wi-Fi reception was very good during the several days I spent in the park.

This small park (8 RV sites and a small lodge with 8 units) has a homey feel to it. The owners not only help you select your site, but when I was leaving one also came to thank me for my stay and to wish me a safe trip. Due to its location in a narrow and high-sided valley, there is no cell, TV, or even FM radio reception. The park does provide very good Wi-Fi service through a satellite link and makes a telephone available for calls at no charge to park residents. The park is located very close to US-93 which carries heavy car, motorcycle and truck traffic during the daytime hours. No effort to shield the park from the noise generated seems to have been made by the proprietors. Another concern is that the rates seem to vary (note the variation in the previous reviews). No rate information is published on the park’s web site and an itemized receipt is not presented at time of payment. The rate I have posted was for 6 nights and includes taxes.

As a full-timer, I get to visit a lot of different campgrounds. As compared to the others that I have visited, this park deserves the “Poorest Wi-Fi Service” award by far. Their local server asks you to log in approximately every half hour and response times from their service provider are atrocious at most times of the day and night. If you require Wi-Fi service, plan on visiting the local library or staying at another park in the area. A previous reviewer commented difficulty in leveling their coach. The back-in sites (no hookup) do slope, but I had no problem attaining level. Besides, these sites offer the best views of the valley below.

The Lee Creek campground is a city-run park which abuts a residential neighborhood and is a short walk from the Remington Carriage Museum - a must-visit site for anyone with an interest in history. The grounds are well kept, the staff pleasant, and the park appears to be a favorite with residents of the province. The Wi-Fi service provided was both fast and remained consistently available, a statement I cannot make for many of the campgrounds that I have visited. It is within a short drive of Waterton Lakes National Park. I spent 4 nights here and would have awarded the campground a “10” rating had I not observed what I suspect to be drug use on park grounds by one of the long-term residents.

St Mary’s is a large National Park Service campground at the eastern end of the Going to the Sun Road in Glacier National Park that is within walking distance of the visitor’s center. 25 of its 148 sites can accommodate motorhomes up to 35’ according to the campground’s online description. I visited in a 35’ motorhome with tow vehicle and was able to park both vehicles in my assigned site with no problem. This is a typical Park Service campground – all the sites are primitive and are pull-throughs which parallel the roadway. Security is very good, and campground noise quickly subsides as darkness falls. If you plan to visit for any period of time, come prepared with a full water tank and a good supply of groceries. While there are a few water spigots in the campground, they appear to be intended for tent campers. The “grocery store” in the town of St Mary’s stocks a larger selection of wine and beer than it does food. As with many of the campgrounds in this popular park, St Mary’s fills to capacity on many nights during the summer season, so reservations are suggested.

I chose this campground as an alternative to staying at one in Great Falls. A 25 minute drive into the city, it served as a good base for exploring the area. This nicely treed, older campground could definitely use improvements to its power, water, and sewer systems. However, it is for sale by the resident owner which probably speaks for the minimal investment being made in the property. Although 9 full hookup sites are advertised, none were available when I visited – all appeared to be occupied by long-term residents. There are only 4 water/electrical sites. Their web site states that “from time to time you'll hear the lonesome whistle of a train as it passes by”. Be aware that the tracks are only several hundred feet distant from the park, so you can’t miss the train passing! Fortunately, usage of the rail line is minimal, with only one or two trains each day. On the plus side, the park is otherwise very quiet and neat. All the residents were well-mannered and friendly during my stay, but I’ll probably look for another park if I visit the area in the future.

I spent 10 days at this campground while exploring the Four Corners area. While the campground is located on US-191, the sites are behind the owner's residence and road noise is not a problem. The location between bluffs lining the San Juan River tends to trap heat, so be aware that it may be quite warm here in the summer months. The WiFi service provided has poor signal strength and large motorhomes can easily block the signal to other RV's parked at the end of the row of sites. During several warm days I experienced low (106 volts) voltage on the park's 30 ampere service, indicating a possible need for an upgrade of the power service. Other than these minor problems, this was a secure small park with a very homey feel to it.

While this campground's brochure advertises "Large, pull-thru RV sites", the sites are anything but large. The distance between extended slides on the adjacent motorhome and mine measured 22 inches. The park staff seemed more interested in emphasizing the penalty for loss of a gate card than in attending to problems with Internet access which was poor or non-existent for 3 of the 4 nights I stayed at the park. The next time I'm in the area, I plan on visiting one of the nearby parks which advertises 40' x 80' sites.

As was noted in a previous review, this campground is located adjacent to a major highway (US-91). However, a thick band of trees separates the park from the roadway, reducing road noise to a minimum. Those staying for a short term are also shielded from the highway by several rows of long-term resident RV’s. There is no direct entrance from the highway to the park; rather it must be entered by a city street that parallels it. Nearly half the spaces in the park appear to be occupied by permanent residents, but these units are well kept and the residents created no problems during my stay. Staff members are constantly maintaining the grounds and use soaker hoses rather than sprinklers for lawn watering near parked RV’s. Since there are a limited number of spots available for transient travelers, the park fills almost every night. If you plan on arriving late in the day, calling for a reservation would be a good idea.

If you’re looking for a campground with all the amenities – Wi-Fi, cable TV, a pool and lots of nearby entertainment this is not the place for you. However, if you want a site that offers solitude and well spaced campsites with water and 50 amp electricity, give Smoky Mountain serious consideration. Recently constructed, this State of Utah campground is located south of the small town of Almo and adjacent to the City of Rocks National Reserve. The campground was never more than one-quarter full during the week I stayed there. On most nights, there were only one or two other RV’s in the park in addition to mine. The very friendly and helpful park staff members told me that the busy periods occur in June and September when climbers arrive to test their skills on the nearby rock formations. Wi-Fi (for a fee), basic supplies and a Post Office are located nearby, however it’s wise to stock up before arriving as the nearest large grocery stores and Wal-Mart are in Burley, a drive of 45 miles.

This new, gated campground is close to I-215 several miles north of Salt Lake City. Considering its' closeness to the highway, road noise was not a problem during my visit. The husband and wife team in the office were very pleasant and most helpful. WiFi reception was poorer than I expected at a park of this caliber. The only other drawbacks were the lack of shade and a slight odor that seemed to spread over the park in the evenings, possibly from several nearby oil refineries.