Map showing campground location near Bellevue, Idaho

Lava Creek

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Free and first-come, any standard vehicle can reach Lava Creek without issue. The campground sits in an open desert field with fire pits on site, though reviewers note no shade and some broken glass near the fire rings. Cell service is available. Dogs are welcome. Campers who want more infrastructure nearby can look at Lava Point - Magic Reservoir or browse places to camp near Bellevue for additional options in the region. If a no-cost, no-frills desert site with room to spread out sounds right, Lava Creek is worth a look.

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Map & DirectionsLava Creek is located in Idaho near Bellevue

Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

43.29047500878023 N
114.40601945008417 W

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Connectivity

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Verified by 2 users
Last on 7/27/26
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Good Coverage
Verified by 12 users
Last on 8/22/26
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Some Coverage

Connectivity

Presented by

T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoorsLearn More

T-MobileLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 2 users
Last on 7/27/26
VerizonLTE
Good Coverage
Verified by 12 users
Last on 8/22/26
AT&TLTE
Some Coverage

Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Dispersed
Group

Features

For Campers

Phone Service
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.