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Milner Historic Recreation Area

Milner Historic Recreation Area, near Idaho Falls, Idaho, is a unique camping destination right on the banks of the Snake River. This area offers a mix of tent and RV sites, making it a great choice for those looking to enjoy some time outdoors without the fuss of extensive amenities.

Campers often rave about the beautiful river views and the opportunity for water activities like paddleboarding and kayaking. One visitor shared, “We landed a spot right on the water,” highlighting the prime location for enjoying the river's calm waters. While there are no electric hookups or showers, the clean vault toilets and picnic tables provide the essentials for a comfortable stay.

Wildlife is abundant here, with many campers noting the presence of birds and the occasional deer. The area is also known for its fishing opportunities, making it a popular hangout for those looking to cast a line. Just keep in mind that the surrounding landscape can have a bit of a rural aroma, as some reviews mentioned the nearby farms.

If you're planning a visit, it’s wise to arrive early, especially on weekends, as spots can fill up quickly. With its scenic views and laid-back vibe, Milner Historic Recreation Area is a great place to unwind and connect with nature.

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Location

Milner Historic Recreation Area is located in Idaho

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Coordinates

42.524228828125324 N
114.00383282662558 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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13 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 16, 2024

Nice place on Snake River for an overnight on way to elsewhere

Paid$15/night for a site right by the Snake River,#13. Pit toilets and trashcans. Sites have picnic tables and fire rings and are spaced out fairly well. Quiet. Houses are visible on the opposite side of the river. ------>>Don't go in the east entrance due to 11ft bridge over the road.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by UT801 , October 16, 2024
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by UT801 , October 16, 2024
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by UT801 , October 16, 2024
Reviewed Sep. 6, 2024

Beautiful lake sites

Uncrowded. Fire pits and bbq. Clean and well stocked Pit toilets. Lots of space between sites. Lake front. Fish jumping. Few bugs. Quiet. Bright lights on the dam. Full LTE service

Site6
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by DL M., September 6, 2024
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by DL M., September 6, 2024
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by DL M., September 6, 2024
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Reviewed Jul. 28, 2024

We loved this place

We camped in the Trout loop and had a great time here. Got here on a Friday afternoon and there were only a few spots left, so I’d recommend going earlier if you can.

We landed a spot right on the water (Snake River). The river here is calm enough to paddle board on. We spent lots of time on the water and even paddled across to some rocks and did a little cliff jumping (they aren’t too high).

There’s an outhouse and it was honestly the cleanest outhouse I’ve ever used. Super impressed with that.

It was warm this time of year and our spot was nice and shady. Would definitely recommend visiting. It’s $15/night

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Azaali J., July 28, 2024
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Azaali J., July 28, 2024
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Azaali J., July 28, 2024
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Reviewed Jul. 15, 2024

No directions for this campground are accurate

The coordinates given on this campground are WRONG. It takes you down a dirt road to a No Trespassing sign onto private property. Whoever runs this website needs to fix the directions or remove it from the site.

Sitenone
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Oct. 14, 2022

Private but…

We were the only ones around the night we pulled in. We could let our pup run off leash because of it. The river was filled with migrating birds. Too bad there were 2 houses and some sort of factory farm (?) across the river which kind of spoiled the view.

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by C S., October 14, 2022
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by C S., October 14, 2022
Reviewed Aug. 13, 2022

Right on snake river

This is a nice spot to camp right on the Snake river. No shade. Close to town with Walmart. 5 spots. Fire rings and tables. Vault toilet and dumpster. Local hangout. Mostly fishing.

Site4
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Eric G., August 13, 2022
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Eric G., August 13, 2022
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Eric G., August 13, 2022
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Reviewed Jul. 24, 2022

Great spot by the river (smells like manure)

If you don't mind the smell of manure this place is for you! We stayed in the Trout Point area, site 17. There are several camp sites located in this section of the park, most of which are big enough for a fifth wheel or TT. We had no issues with our 17.5 foot trailer. Site 17 has a small "beach" where we could launch our kayaks. Otherwise the shore is rocks and has a steep drop off into the river. There was a vaulted toilet, no other amenities. Fish were jumping all night. There are two entrances to the recreation area, one of which goes under a train trestle (11 feet clearance).  There were a lot of flies, which I guess is to be expected. Minimal amount of mosquitos. While it is BLM, it is $15 for overnight camping.

Site17, Trout Point
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Lauren C., July 24, 2022
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Lauren C., July 24, 2022
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Lauren C., July 24, 2022
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Reviewed Oct. 10, 2021

Nice spot by river

Once we got here, we enjoyed it! Unfortunately, the coordinates provided are incorrect and took us to the opposite side of the river. We googled the park location and we’re able to get there, but encountered construction on roads and had to take a few detours. We arrived after dark and we’re thankful to find one empty spot! There was construction across the river occurring all night. Yet, besides all that, the spot was sweet by the river and a lot of open space. There was good distance between other spots making it feel private. We would return!

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Jill Armando G., October 10, 2021
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Jill Armando G., October 10, 2021
Reviewed Jul. 5, 2021

Beautiful view, smells like cows

Incredible river views. Secluded in Muskrat Bend section. Lots of birds. Pit toilet clean and well stocked, even at the end of the holiday weekend. Easy access from the interstate. Smelled like cow pasture.

Site26
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed May. 18, 2021

Desert Camping on the River

I was first told about this camping spot when I first moved to the area. We went over Father's Day weekend and we were pretty disappointed. The area was clean and being on the river was nice but it was so hot with very little to no shade. We stayed in a tent and it was so hot during the day. I can see this being a great spot for those who are taking their boats out fishing, but if you are just in it for the camping aspect it is pretty boring.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Cody E., May 18, 2021
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Cody E., May 18, 2021
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Cody E., May 18, 2021
Reviewed Dec. 13, 2020

Little gem from BLM!

We arrived at this BLM site after dark snd no one else was anywhere in sight (it was mid-December and 20 degrees). We camped in our van by a point on the water on a undeveloped site. In the morning we saw we were across the water from a more developed site with a outhouse, trash bins and picnic table nearby. We had good cell phone coverage with both Verizon and AT&T. This site was a overnight fee of $5 but the fee depot box did not have a lid and had become a bird nest so we could not use it. I imagine this place being well used in warmer months. There are some interpretative trails that show old ruts from the Oregon Trail. Also a shooting range nearby but no one was there. As for wildlife we only saw a little bunny in the morning. The damned section of the Snake River was partially frozen.

  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Emma A., December 13, 2020
  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Emma A., December 13, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 4, 2020

Do You Like Cow Smells?

Campground and day use area alongside a dammed section of the Snake River about 15 minutes off 84. Frequent pelicans swooping by, giant fish in the water, constant smell of surrounding agriculture. We got in after dark and ended up in a spot across the river and overlooking the actual campgrounds, which looked nice and shaded from afar. Not bad for five bucks!

  • Review photo of Milner Historic Recreation Area by Elisabeth G., July 4, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Milner Historic Recreation Area?

    Camping at Milner Historic Recreation Area can starts at $5.00.

  • What is the elevation of Milner Historic Recreation Area?

    Milner Historic Recreation Area is located at 4157 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Milner Historic Recreation Area?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Milner Historic Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.