Campsite in Dingle

Set your wagons westward to the Pegleg Smith's site at Cottonwood Dude Ranch — a peaceful prairie camp near the shores of Bear Lake. Rest beneath wide Idaho skies, roam open ranch land, and wake to the quiet sounds of the frontier. A fine stopping place for travelers seeking mountain air, starry nights, and a touch of the Old West. The space **Cottonwood Dude Ranch – Pegleg Smith Site** *Where the trail dust settles and the mountain views begin.* Welcome, weary travelers, to the Pegleg Smith Site at Cottonwood Dude Ranch — 20 acres of wide-open country tucked just 7 miles north of Bear Lake in Dingle. If you’re seeking starry skies, wagon-train sunsets, and room enough for the whole posse, you’ve found your camp. This working ranch is rich with the spirit of the frontier, where fields of alfalfa hay roll across the land and the mountains stand watch over every sunrise. Whether you’re gathering the family, hosting a reunion, or riding in with a group of trail companions, the Pegleg Smith Site offers some of the finest views in Bear Lake County. * 20 acres of ranch land to roam * Ideal for large family gatherings and groups of all sizes * Base price includes up to 16 guests * Additional charge for each additional traveler over 16 * Porta potty available on-site from Memorial Day through Labor Day So hitch your wagon, gather around the campfire, and experience the rugged beauty of the Old West at Cottonwood Dude Ranch — where every stay feels like a page from the Oregon Trail. Guest access No matter the size of your wagon train, the Pegleg Smith Site at Cottonwood Dude Ranch has room enough for the whole company. From covered wagons of old to modern RVs, tents, trailers, and vehicles, this stretch of frontier land is well suited for gatherings large and small. Pitch your tents beneath the wide Idaho sky, circle the camp wagons, and settle in for a true frontier experience surrounded by mountain views and open ranch country. * Plenty of space for multiple RVs, tents, trailers, and vehicles * Porta potty available from Memorial Day through Labor Day * A small supply of toilet paper is provided, but travelers are encouraged to pack extra provisions should supplies run low * No water or electrical hookups available — this is dry camping, Oregon Trail style This is honest country living — no city lights, no crowded campgrounds, just fresh mountain air, open land, and the kind of quiet that pioneers once crossed the plains to find. Other things to note Should you require firewood for your evening campfire, bundles may be purchased a mile down the trail at 4854 Dingle Road. The settlement of Dingle rests some 7 miles north of Bear Lake. A dirt trail runs from Dingle to North Beach, while a smooth paved road leads southward about 7 miles to Montpelier. Travelers hauling great wagons, RVs, or boats shall find easy passage onto the property, with a broad 20-foot gate fit for even the largest rigs. Those journeying during the quieter off-season may also find reduced rates upon their stay.