Reservations are available at this 15-site RV park sitting directly on the main street of Lava Hot Springs, with full hookups (electric, water, and sewer) running $40–$50 per night. The layout places sites around the perimeter of a gravel lot, each with a concrete patio pad and tree cover for shade. Sites facing the Portneuf River, including spots 6 and 10, put campers within earshot of moving water. The entrance requires attention: a small gravel road runs to the right side of the motel, then bears left. Do not take the gravel split to the right, as multiple reviewers flag it as a problematic route.
The draw here is proximity. The hot spring pools are directly across the street, accessible on foot in under a minute. A trail at the back of the property follows the river to a natural hot spring entry point in the water. In summer, the river runs a rapid-filled 15-minute float with a shuttle return. Restaurants, shops, and a historic museum are all within walking distance. Sites are close together, and crowding is a recurring theme in reviews, so campers who prefer space between neighbors may want to consider that before booking.
Facilities are functional but limited. WiFi has been reported as unreliable. There are no dedicated shower or restroom facilities on site, which is a meaningful gap for campers not in self-contained rigs. Pets are allowed. "Located very conveniently to the river and most of the activities in Lava Hot Springs," notes Bill B., which captures why most campers choose it over other campgrounds around Lava Hot Springs. Nearby alternatives include Lava Hot Springs West KOA and Mary's Campground if amenities or elbow room matter more than walkability.
Description
Water & Sewer Electricity - 30 amp Breakers Internet Cable TV Cement Pads and Grass surrounds Will Accommodate Large RV's & Motorhomes Shade Trees
Fee Info
15 RV Spaces
Spots 1-6 = $45.00 + Tax (Off River)
Spots 7-12 = $50.00 + Tax (On River)
Spots 13 - 15 = $40.00 + Tax (On Hill)
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLava Hot Springs Spa Motel & RV Park is located in Idaho near Lava Hot Springs
Directions
From jct I-15 & US 30: Go 24 mi E on US 30 (in center of town).
Address
359 E Main St
Lava Hot Springs, ID 83246
Coordinates
42.61934337066715 N
112.00789208650639 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 47 usersLast on 8/1/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 59 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 8/1/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 47 usersLast on 8/1/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 59 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 8/1/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 36 min from Pocatello, ID
- 1 hr 8 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 1 hr 20 min from Logan, UT
- 1 hr 33 min from Ogden, UT

















