Best Glamping near Albion, ID

Rock Wren Hideaway and Scruffy Buffalo Ranch provide boutique camping experiences near Albion, Idaho, with stunning views of the surrounding mountains and easy access to the City of Rocks. Both locations offer comfortable yurt accommodations designed for travelers seeking nature without sacrificing comfort. The Scruffy Buffalo Ranch features well-maintained yurts with fire rings and trash service in a peaceful setting, while Rock Wren Hideaway provides drinking water, picnic tables, and toilet facilities. These glamping sites are situated near popular climbing and hiking destinations, making them perfect basebamps for outdoor adventures. "I had the adventure of a lifetime here! Camping right by the old California Trail near the city of rocks is memory I will never forget. The hosts made it so welcoming and comforting."

Located less than 30 miles from Albion, Castle Rocks State Park houses year-round yurt rentals at the Smoky Mountain Campground, offering a distinctive glamping experience with drinking water, trash service, and toilet facilities. Visitors appreciate the private sites with paved access and clean bathrooms, plus stunning mountain views and exceptional stargazing opportunities due to the dark skies. The sites provide convenient access to hiking trails and climbing areas within both Castle Rocks State Park and City of Rocks National Reserve. According to a visitor, "Private sites. Clean. Paved, not gravel. Not the most level we've been in but totally workable. Bathrooms were clean. Also, DARK skies! A star gazer's dream." Nearby amenities include Tracy's General Store, which features a café with vegan options, and City of Rocks Pizza for outdoor dining.

Best Glamping Sites Near Albion, Idaho (14)

    1. Bennett Springs

    4 Reviews
    Albion, ID
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 678-0430

    "We found this site on the Dyrt in looking for a stopover between Park city Utah and Boise Idaho. Wow, Bennet Springs is a hidden gem!"

    "It only has 4 sites but it is free and it has a bathroom. Our favorite site has a little creek right next to it. Great for kids to play in."

    2. City of Rocks Campground — City of Rocks Natural Reserve

    25 Reviews
    Almo, ID
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 824-5901

    "Some on the sites you have a little walk to. All have fire pits and picnic table."

    "They have water and bathrooms spread throughout the reserve, we were about .25 miles away from the bathroom and .50 from water-no big deal."

    3. Twin Lakes Campground

    2 Reviews
    Albion, ID
    7 miles

    $5 / night

    "Just a short walk away brings you to incredible views and cool rock formations. There is an outhouse but no running water and it’s a trash in/trash out campsite."

    "This is another great campsite on the road that heads up to Lake Cleveland and Mt Harrison. "

    4. Lake Walcott State Park Campground

    11 Reviews
    Minidoka, ID
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 436-1258

    "This is a State Park with beautiful landscaping and walking trails. There are plenty of RV and tent sites. The lake is absolutely beautiful with views of mountains in the distance."

    "The bathrooms are also well cleaned even on a high use weekend but small, 2 stalls each- all showers were working."

    5. Smoky Mountain Campground — Castle Rocks State Park

    16 Reviews
    Almo, ID
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 824-5901

    "Located about a 7-mile drive/walk to the entrance of City of Rocks, Smoky Mountain Campground is situated above the valley providing a wonderful view from many sites including space #19 where I parked"

    "Smoky Mountain campground is very close to the entrance of City of Rocks NR and just slightly further is Castle Rocks SP, however, the grounds are managed by the state park."

    6. Rock Wren Hideaway

    1 Review
    Almo, ID
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 261-1262

    "The beds were super comfy! And the Bates are the nicest people ever- they know all about the parks and their place is very close to City of Rocks and Castle Rocks!"

    7. Massacre Rocks State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Rockland, ID
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 548-2672

    "Stayed on the upper loop, lots of hiking, great campsites with fire pits. Very nice staff and we'll maintained facilities."

    "This beautiful state park is located right off of the freeway about 7 miles outside of American Falls, Idaho."

    8. Scruffy Buffalo Ranch

    4 Reviews
    Almo, ID
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 431-5511

    $50 - $99 / night

    "From the moment I arrived until the moment I left, I was captivated by the beauty, comfort, and tranquility that this place offered."

    "Camping right by the old California Trail near the city of rocks is memory I will never forget. The hosts made it so welcoming and comforting."

    9. Rock Creek RV Park

    27 Reviews
    Twin Falls, ID
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 734-9491

    $20 / night

    "OVERVIEW: The RV park is part of the county park- beautiful walking/bike path with the creek flowing through."

    "There is disc golf and plenty of hiking trails to walk near a rolling creek. Pit toilets only but sites have water and electricity if needed. Plenty of grass areas and pavilions to use."

    10. Twin Falls-Jerome KOA

    23 Reviews
    Jerome, ID
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 324-4169

    "It is well kept and the deluxe sites have a nice BBQ, slide love seat, and fire pit. It is a bit cold to use any of them this time of year, but it is still nice."

    "The staff at front desk was welcoming and nice. The place was quiet at night and super clean bathrooms, showers, and all around. We were very pleasantly surprised."

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Glamping Reviews near Albion, ID

172 Reviews of 14 Albion Campgrounds


  • Dave F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 18, 2021

    Lake Walcott State Park Campground

    Waterfront Campsite

    This is a State Park with beautiful landscaping and walking trails. There are plenty of RV and tent sites. The lake is absolutely beautiful with views of mountains in the distance. We stayed in space #13 with a lake view. The space had its own bbq grill, fire pit, picnic table and full hook ups. The park was about 1/3 full and quiet. We definitely want to go back. We highly recommend, especially if you want to include boating or fishing.

  • Julia M.
    Oct. 9, 2020

    Rock Creek RV Park

    Love this park! First come, first served

    OVERVIEW: The RV park is part of the county park- beautiful walking/bike path with the creek flowing through. Our back in site was nearby our neighbors, but felt spacious because it's an end site directly across from the camp host. Easy to navigate the concreted roads and the space was easy to back in to. 

    Hard to beat $20 for W&E hookups. It's a quiet campground. Trashcans all around the park conveniently. The area as you drive up seems a bit run down, but as soon as you get into the park, it's great. 

    There is a free public dump station 1 mile away in town since there is not a dump station on site. 

    The park has unisex toilets around the grounds that are vault toilets so nothing fancy. Picnic tables, lots of green space around and the trail goes for at least 2 miles round trip. 

    CELL SERVICE: We work remote- We used out AT&T hotspot and had an awesome connection. Reliable for video calls all week. Gradely harshly, giving 4 out 5, only because they don't have wifi and also ideally would have been nice to have sanitizer(especially this year) in the bathrooms. Everything was was lovely. 

    GUEST SERVICES: Camphost was super friendly. We came in around 8:30pm on a Monday night with fingers crossed we would find a spot.. and we did with no problem. If it looks full as you enter, keep going past the camphost and you will find the pull thru options. The camp host came over on his gator and shined his lights to help us as we set up. He was very kind. 

    NEARBY: Close to downtown Twin Falls with some cute coffee shops and breweries. Also about 50 mins away there is a place called Mammoth Cave that might be the most interesting cave experience you ever experience. I highly encourage it.

  • Dana A.
    Aug. 11, 2021

    Twin Lakes Campground

    Great view and quiet

    We had a quiet campground nestled in the trees. Just a short walk away brings you to incredible views and cool rock formations. There is an outhouse but no running water and it’s a trash in/trash out campsite. We loved our stay and got great pictures.

  • colin The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 11, 2024

    Bennett Springs

    Snow

    Took the long drive up and arrived at the campground at night. Didn’t see the snow and almost got stuck. Currently (5/10/24) there is snow blocking the entrance and impassible.

  • P
    Nov. 12, 2022

    Twin Falls-Jerome KOA

    Not far off highway

    It is well kept and the deluxe sites have a nice BBQ, slide love seat, and fire pit. It is a bit cold to use any of them this time of year, but it is still nice.

  • C
    Feb. 17, 2021

    Smoky Mountain Campground — Castle Rocks State Park

    Beautiful location on the edge of City of Rocks National Preserve

    The relationship between City of Rocks National Preserve and Castle Rocks State Park is still not clear to me as this campground appears on the National Park Service website, although it is an Idaho State Park. That said, the park rangers seem to work cooperatively. This campground is delightful. Located about a 7-mile drive/walk to the entrance of City of Rocks, Smoky Mountain Campground is situated above the valley providing a wonderful view from many sites including space #19 where I parked my campervan.  I believe the walking distance to the reserve could be shorter by taking any of the hiking trails from the campgrounds rather than going along the paved roads which first go away from the City of Rocks then back up again, making a big "U". 

    During my one-night stay in February, water, showers and bathrooms in the campground were closed for the winter season. A very clean, pit toilet is located in the equestrian parking lot across from the campground entrance. The distance from the campsites to the bathroom will vary from quite close to about 1/4 mile max. And during the winter season, there won't be much competition for the spaces close to the bathroom, as I was the sole user during my time there. 

    In addition to the breathtaking views, the sites offer privacy from 3 sides though all face the loop access road. There are picnic tables, fire rings and electrical power. I did not note if water was available as it would have been shut off in February in any event.  There is a dump station about 1 mile down the road toward the exit. I do not know if it is open in the winter.

    Check-in during the off-season is accomplished by envelope collected at the entrance or directly to the ranger who came by in the morning to check-in. The rate was $27 per night. Definitely worth the money to stay in this tranquil campground so close to the magnificent City of Rocks.

  • E
    Jun. 25, 2017

    Massacre Rocks State Park Campground

    Great place to camp.

    Stayed on the upper loop, lots of hiking, great campsites with fire pits. Very nice staff and we'll maintained facilities.

  • J
    Oct. 5, 2021

    Oregon Trail Campground

    Very friendly and helpful staff.

    We stayed at Oregon Trail Campground in Twin Falls, Idaho in September 2021. This park is a FHU pull-thru site and also has back-in sites. Our site was flat and level and a snap to set up our fifth wheel. The staff here was very nice and helpful with restaurant recommendations. The only negative for us was that we had to take our pets to the pet area, which was at the far corner of the park, and pets are not allowed to potty on any trees or shrubs. Signs were everywhere stating this. It was difficult to get our dogs quickly to the dog area, which is very small and swampy, when they really had to pee. Other than that we enjoyed our stay here and would definitely stay here again. If you would like to see videos on this park and others, please visit our YouTube channel: Jeff & Steff’s Excellent Adventure.

  • Jeremy H.
    Apr. 15, 2023

    Massacre Rocks State Park Campground

    Great little place to stay

    This beautiful state park is located right off of the freeway about 7 miles outside of American Falls, Idaho. There is a little bit of road noise at the park because of the proximity to the freeway but it wasn't a bother at all. The views of the river are beautiful and the sunset was amazing. There are a lot of trails to walk on here, and since the park is pet friendly our three big dogs walked the trails with us. There is a disc golf course, although we didn't try it out. The camp host was great. The bathrooms were clean, although only half of them are open in the off season. The only draw back we could see is that the spots aren't very spacious, so if you're new at parking your rig, or if you have a really large rig, it could be a tight fit. We were in a 33 ft TT and the pull through spot (17) was plenty long, but kind of narrow. Spot has 50 and 30 amp hook ups as well as water if you camp during the summer-no water in the off season.


Guide to Albion

Dispersed camping opportunities near Albion, Idaho, center around the 7,100-foot elevation alpine terrain and high desert landscape that characterizes this southeastern Idaho region. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-85°F during day with nighttime lows dropping to 45-55°F. Winter camping is challenging with temperatures often below freezing and snowfall blocking access to some sites from November through April.

What to do

Rock climbing access: City of Rocks National Reserve has over 700 established climbing routes on granite formations. Campsite selection matters for climbers planning multiple days at the crag. "It was interesting to see the emigrants' names on the rocks and imagining them arrive in this small valley of strange formations. I always wonder how we might better tell the stories of these migrations along with the competing stories of Indigenous First World People," notes a visitor to City of Rocks Campground.

Stargazing opportunities: The minimal light pollution creates exceptional night sky viewing conditions year-round. "We went to bed early and opened the blinds on the front stargazing window of our Lance. The view was breathtaking!!! It was such a clear night (and so dark in the campground) that we could see hundreds of stars and fell asleep looking at them," reports a camper at Smoky Mountain Campground.

Historical exploration: The California Trail passed through this region, leaving visible wagon wheel ruts and historical landmarks. "Be sure to go up to Register Rock up the road! So much history here," advises a visitor to Massacre Rocks State Park, referring to the rock where emigrants carved their names while traveling west.

What campers like

Secluded camping spots: Many campers appreciate the privacy and quiet atmosphere at sites throughout the region. "Nice sites were nicely spread out, with a few pit toilets and refuse cans between them. Check out the map on the NPS site and make a reservation to ensure you get the spot you want," suggests a camper at City of Rocks Campground.

Affordable yurt accommodations: Yurt camping near Albion provides budget-friendly alternatives to hotels with more comfort than tent camping. "May 9-13, 2019 Nice park. Site 16 had electric and water. Very clean PRIVATE showers. Verizon 3G was poor. Elevation 5,567. No TV service through antenna," notes a visitor to Lake Walcott State Park.

Natural features: The unique geology and diverse ecosystems create distinctive camping environments. "We had a quiet campground nestled in the trees. Just a short walk away brings you to incredible views and cool rock formations. There is an outhouse but no running water and it's a trash in/trash out campsite," shares a camper at Twin Lakes Campground.

What you should know

Water availability: Many sites lack reliable drinking water access, particularly in early or late season. "If you need water go to the dump site on the way in, there are no spigots at the campsites. When we visited the water was turned off so I was glad I always carry water with me," cautions a visitor at City of Rocks.

Weather variability: Sudden temperature changes and strong winds can occur even in summer months. "Dry camp that fits for small trailers and tent camping. Larger trailers have limited spots so check dimensions before reserving. Weather can be unpredictable so be prepared for rain and possible storm occasional which makes for amazing skies," advises a camper at City of Rocks.

Seasonal closures: Several campgrounds have limited access during winter months. "Took the long drive up and arrived at the campground at night. Didn't see the snow and almost got stuck. Currently (5/10/24) there is snow blocking the entrance and impassible," warns a visitor to Bennett Springs.

Tips for camping with families

Creek play areas: Several sites feature shallow streams ideal for children's water play. "When we can't get to the top of Mt. Harrison because there's still snow there, but we're itching to go camping, we come to Bennett Springs. It only has 4 sites but it is free and it has a bathroom. Our favorite site has a little creek right next to it. Great for kids to play in," shares a family camper.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Dawn and dusk provide the best chances to spot deer, birds, and other wildlife. "The park is a wildlife refuge so we saw Deer and Racoons at night. We kept all food items in our car to avoid issues," notes a visitor to Lake Walcott State Park.

Playground access: Some campgrounds feature developed play areas for children. "Kids love all the games mini golf, gaga ball and toys. We enjoyed the wildlife and hearing and seeing a huge owl outside our camp was a great touch," reports a family staying at Twin Falls-Jerome KOA.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds have uneven sites requiring preparation. "Not the most level we've been in but totally workable," notes a camper at Smoky Mountain Campground about their experience with yurt camping near Albion, Idaho.

Water and dump station locations: Limited hookups make planning essential for longer stays. "There is a free public dump station 1 mile away in town since there is not a dump station on site," advises a visitor to Rock Creek RV Park.

Access road conditions: Some campgrounds have steep or narrow entrance roads. "Narrow steep, short, paved road in and out, 40 foot rigs navigated in and out," reports an RVer at Rock Creek RV Park, providing critical information for those with larger vehicles considering yurt or RV camping options in the Albion area.

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