Highway traffic hums in the background at this drive-in campground positioned directly off the main road leading into Lava Hot Springs. The proximity to the highway provides easy access but comes with consistent road noise throughout the day and evening hours.
Sites feature fire rings, picnic tables, and patches of grass, with fairly level ground that accommodates most RV setups. Young trees dot the property, though they currently provide minimal shade coverage during summer months. The bathroom and shower facilities draw consistent praise from visitors for their cleanliness and spacious layout. A playground occupies part of the grounds, giving families with children room to play and explore.
"We came for one night and stayed for two nights, so much to explore," notes one recent visitor. The campground sits less than a mile from downtown, making it a convenient base for accessing the area's hot springs. Walking paths connect the property to nearby Lava Hot Springs KOA East, creating pedestrian routes toward town. Several sites were under development during recent visits, indicating ongoing expansion of the facility.
This campground works well for travelers prioritizing proximity to Lava Hot Springs' attractions over quiet, secluded camping, particularly families who value clean facilities and easy town access.
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Map & DirectionsLava Campground is located in Idaho near Lava Hot Springs
Address
11759 E Fish Creek Rd
Lava Hot Springs, ID 83246
Coordinates
42.6213549 N
111.9909239 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 28 usersLast on 6/13/26
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 36 usersLast on 6/13/26
AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 6/13/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 28 usersLast on 6/13/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 36 usersLast on 6/13/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 6/13/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
Drive Time
- 37 min from Pocatello, ID
- 1 hr 9 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 1 hr 21 min from Logan, UT
- 1 hr 34 min from Ogden, UT
