Upper Coffee Pot, near Island Park, Idaho, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature while enjoying some modern conveniences. This campground is known for its clean facilities and well-kept restrooms, making it a comfortable choice for campers.

With sites right by the river, visitors can easily access fishing, tubing, or kayaking. The gentle flow of the river adds to the serene atmosphere, and many campers have raved about the beautiful views and the peaceful surroundings. One happy camper mentioned, “It’s beautiful; we picked the spot by the river.”

For those who enjoy hiking, there’s a popular trail that starts right at the campground, leading to the stunning Coffee Pot Rapids. Reviewers have highlighted the excellent hiking opportunities, with one noting, “There is a trailhead by our site that goes for miles along the river.” 

While the campground has some electric sites, many appreciate the charm of the more rustic spots. Just keep in mind that fires aren’t allowed, so plan your meals accordingly. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, Upper Coffee Pot offers a blend of relaxation and adventure that keeps campers coming back.

## Overview

 Upper Coffee Pot Campground is located in Island Park, Idaho on a beautiful, floatable stretch of the Henry's Fork of the Snake River at an elevation of 6,300 feet. Visitors love Island Park for its world-class fishing and outstanding scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities.
## Recreation

 Henry's Fork has great fly-fishing for rainbow and brook trout. Tubing, canoeing, kayaking and rafting are also popular on the river. Coffee Pot Rapids are located downstream. The rapids are rated class III whitewater, providing a river playground for kayakers and rafters. Hiking, biking, horseback riding and ATVing are popular activities. Many miles of trails crisscross Island Park, including the 2.5-mile Coffee Pot Rapids Trail, which begins in the campground and meanders along the riverbank. The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and the Nez Perce Trail are in the area. Island Park Reservoir and Henry's Lake are nearby, both offering boating, water skiing and excellent fishing opportunities. The Big Springs National Recreation Water Trail offers an approximately three-hour float or canoe trip through beautiful scenery. Wildlife, including moose, bald eagles and Sandhill cranes, are often seen along the trail.
## Natural Features

 Island Park is composed of two areas of extinct volcanic activity. The Henry's Fork Caldera sits inside the larger Island Park Caldera. The area is known for its dense forests of lodgepole pine, broad grassy meadows bursting with summer wildflowers and a wide variety of wildlife, including black and grizzly bears, moose, elk, deer, bald eagles, Sandhill cranes and much, much more. The campground is situated on the banks of the Henry's Fork among a forest of lodgepole pines, which provide partial shade in some sites. Some areas of the campground are more open and sunny than others. 
## Nearby Attractions

 Mesa Falls Scenic Byway is 14 miles south of the campground. This 28-mile road leads to scenic overlooks and trails at 110 foot Upper Mesa Falls and 85 foot Lower Mesa Falls. Harriman State Park is 16 miles south. The Henry's Fork meanders through the Harriman, offering excellent fishing. Over 20 miles of trails are available, and wildlife is abundant in this scenic park. Henry's Lake State Park is 12 miles north, offering fishing, a fish cleaning station and boat ramp. Yellowstone National Park's west entrance is just 23 miles north in the town of West Yellowstone, Montana. Visitors enjoy day-tripping to the park for unparalleled wildlife viewing and the beautiful and unique scenery.

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Peaceful

I’ve been camping at the upper coffee lot campground for years, it’s nice and clean and is right on the river, great campsite to fish or float or you could go for a hike down to the coffee pot rapids 

One of our favorites 

I have found upper coffeepot to be very crowded. My wife and I found a dispersed primitive spot down the road about 1 mile. From the camping spot there is a trail that takes you down right to Henry's Fork. The spot is pretty secluded but on 1 occasion we got some dirt bikers coming by. 

Camp for free nearby

We stayed in one of the sites by the River.  Some sites have electric. Ours didn’t but I didn’t mind given the location.  It was private and had great views of the River.  There is a trail head by our site (site 3) that goes for miles (min elevation gain) along the River.  Not to be missed.  The bird watching in this location is amazing.  I wish we had stayed longer.  Loved it!!

Loved this campground!!

I am in LOVE with this campground!!! It has a gentle, slow moving river that runs right next to it. Some of the campsites have electricity. There is potable water throughout the campground and very clean, well-kept bathrooms. There is a popular hike that starts right here in the campground to the Coffee Pot Rapids that’s just over 2 miles to hike to.

  

Since buying a travel trailer two years ago, I have been trying out many different campsites and campgrounds, never going to the same one twice. But Upper Coffee Pot Campground is one we will be back to for sure!! It’s definitely at the top of our list of favorites!

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!

Great spot, we picked the spot by the river, its butiful.

Great spot

Good sites with river access.  25$ without power (powered sites are $31


Great river  campsite!

Very well maintained campgrounds. $25/night or $31 with elec. Very clean restrooms (kudos to the hosts!). Site access to river for fishing, tubing or kayaking. Great hiking too!

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