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Cabin Camping near Arco, ID

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    Four cabin options exist near Arco, Idaho, ranging from rustic forest service guard stations to fully-furnished KOA accommodations. Craters of the Moon-Arco KOA offers cabin rentals with electricity, beds, and access to campground amenities including showers, toilets, drinking water, and picnic tables. Mountain View RV Park in Arco provides similar cabin accommodations with electric service, shared bathroom facilities, and picnic areas. A visitor commented that the Mountain View cabins offer "amazing small campground with such simple charm." Mackay Tourist Park and Wagon Wheel Motel & RV Park, both located in nearby Mackay, also feature cabin rentals with varying amenity levels.

    Copper Basin Guard Station offers the most rustic cabin experience in the region. Located near Mackay, this Forest Service cabin requires advance reservations and provides minimal amenities. The cabin includes a picnic table and access to toilet facilities, but lacks electricity, running water, and shower facilities. Pets are not permitted at this location. KOA cabins typically include beds but require guests to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. Most cabins do not include private bathrooms, with guests using the campground's shared facilities. Reservations are essential for all cabin accommodations, especially during summer months when Craters of the Moon National Monument attracts visitors.

    Most cabins provide shelter and basic furniture but expect guests to bring personal items including bedding, towels, cooking equipment, and food supplies. The KOA campground store sells firewood and basic provisions. Nearby Arco offers limited shopping options for groceries and supplies. For extended stays, visitors should arrive prepared with necessary provisions. Cabin availability is seasonal, with most properties operating from April through October or November. Winter accommodations are limited in this high-desert region. The Craters of the Moon-Arco KOA operates from April 2 to November 1, making it a reliable option for visitors planning trips during shoulder seasons.

    Best Cabin Campgrounds near Arco (5)

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      1. Craters of the Moon RV Park

      3.7(25)0mi from ArcoRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Spaces for tent camping up to Class A motor homes. Several pull through spots, a few back in spots. The campground is well maintained and had friendly staff."

      "Has most of the usual KOA amenities: clean bathrooms, pool, cabins, full hookup RV spots, and a few tent spots. Even has a couple of teepees. Very friendly staff and a well stocked store/deli."

      from $25 - $55 / night

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      2. Mountain View RV Park

      4.9(12)0mi from Arco3 sitesRVs, Cabins

      "We stayed at Mountain View RV Park in Arco, Idaho, and it proved to be an outstanding, budget-friendly home base packed with convenience and unique local history."

      "This campground had all the amenities we needed… electric and water hook-ups, picnic table, clean restrooms, warm showers, and laundry facilities. Could have played cornhole and other yard games too."

      from $52 - $58 / night

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      3. Mackay Tourist Park

      4.3(4)25mi from ArcoRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Beautiful city park that offers free dry camping. They only ask for a donation. Tree’d grassy park with picnic tables & fire pits at each site. Beautiful views of the mountains."

      from $40 / night

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      4. Wagon Wheel Motel & RV Park

      5.0(3)25mi from ArcoRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Restrooms are key coded thus nice and clean. Great area for ATV/UTV riding!"

      "I love this place I was a little stressed out because I was driving quite a distance and wasn't sure if I was gonna make the cut off time but I did and they were supernice superfriendly dog friendly"

      from $40 - $140 / night

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      5. Copper Basin Guard Station

      Be the first to review30mi from Arco1 siteCabins

      from $100 / night

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    Cabin Reviews near Arco, ID

    44 Reviews of 5 Arco Campgrounds

    • Aaron S.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 14, 2026

      Mountain View RV Park

      The Premier Big-Rig Basecamp for Craters of the Moon (Arco, ID)

      Reviewed by: The Crew at Hitched4fun.com

      If you are exploring Central Idaho or routing past Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve, finding the right campground can make all the difference—especially if you pull a long setup. We stayed at Mountain View RV Park in Arco, Idaho, and it proved to be an outstanding, budget-friendly home base packed with convenience and unique local history.

      Location, Convenience & Price

      • The Value: The nightly rate here was exceptionally reasonable, delivering full hookups and wide pull-through sites without the inflated destination markups you often see near national parks.
      • Easy Fuel Resupply: The park is situated right off the highway and very close to fuel stations, making refueling large tow vehicles and motorhomes quick and easy before heading out into the more remote stretches of Idaho.
      • On-Site Restaurant: Having a solid, quality restaurant and grill right on the campground property is a massive convenience after a long day of driving or hiking. You can unhitch, walk a few paces, and enjoy a hot meal without having to drive anywhere.

      Scenic Views & The Famous "Number Hill"

      The campground lives up to its name with sweeping views of the surrounding rugged mountain ranges.

      • A Century-Old Tradition: If you look up at the mountain overlooking town, you’ll immediately spot the giant white numbers painted across the rocky cliffs. Each number represents a high school graduating class from Arco, a tradition that has been kept alive for decades (dating back to 1920!). It gives the whole valley great small-town character and makes for a fun view right from your campsite.

      BIG-RIG PRO TIP: Stay Here Instead of Craters of the Moon

      If you are planning to visit Craters of the Moon National Monument, take our advice as seasoned big-rig travelers: Stay at Mountain View RV Park and day-trip into the park with your tow vehicle or passenger car.

      • The National Monument Reality: The on-site campground inside Craters of the Moon (Lava Flow Campground) is extremely tight, rough, and paved right into sharp volcanic basalt. The vast majority of those sites are small, have awkward angles, and offer zero hookups.
      • The Big-Rig Solution: Bringing a 39-to-40-foot toyhauler or large fifth wheel into the national monument's campground is an unnecessary headache. Mountain View RV Park is only a short drive away, provides spacious pull-through sites that easily swallow large rigs, and lets you explore the lava tubes and craters stress-free in your unhitched vehicle.

      The Hitched4fun Verdict

      Mountain View RV Park delivers everything an RVer needs: fair pricing, spotless utilities, great mountain backdrops, and an on-site dining option that saves you time and cooking cleanup. It is easily the smartest staging point in the region for anyone pulling a mid-to-large rig. We will definitely be back!

      Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars— Highly Recommended by the Hitched4fun.com crew!

    • kThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 12, 2026

      Craters of the Moon RV Park

      Drove thru but didn’t stay

      We opted for the slightly more expensive on paper RV park in this town as this appeared quite run down and lacking maintenance. Was not at all inviting to stay. And quite expensive considering the conditions.

    • kThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 12, 2026

      Mountain View RV Park

      Well maintained RV Park - highly recommend

      This campground had all the amenities we needed… electric and water hook-ups, picnic table, clean restrooms, warm showers, and laundry facilities. Could have played cornhole and other yard games too. Bar with lots of tvs to watch Sunday football, while it rained was a bonus. Showers are coin operated but provided a ridiculously generous time limit… we were very comfortable staying an extra night due to the weather and some issues we needed to troubleshoot in our van.

    • CThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 29, 2026

      Mountain View RV Park

      Big Rig Friendly

      FHU. Easy in and out. Nice space between rigs. Small bar and restaurant on site. Perfect for our 40 ft MH pulling a car.

    • Christina F.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 18, 2026

      Mountain View RV Park

      Oasis in a hot dusty place

      We stayed here for 2 nights in July 2025. We were on the way back from Yellowstone and planned a stop here so we could go to Craters of the Moon. It's a lovely park, very clean, nice people. The only thing that was disappointing was that there is a BBQ restaurant on-site that had fantastic reviews and it happened to be closed on the days we were there. This is right on a main road, but Arco is a quiet town and I did not notice any traffic noise at all. There were fields around the rest of the park and horses in one of them so we visited them one night on a walk.

    • Beth D.The Dyrt Pro User
      May. 23, 2026

      Mountain View RV Park

      Good enough

      The site was fairly level. It had some shade and full hookups. There was a picnic table at the site. There’s a nice dog run area. They have An outdoor games area with corn hole etc. At this time they’re not selling propane. They have laundry and showers, that both are costly. $2.50 for a small washer load, and another $2.50 for dryer. Our site did not have grass, and our dogs ended up with pitch stuck in their fur from the conifers. It’s not too far from Craters of the Moon NM.

    • Rob R.The Dyrt Pro User
      Apr. 28, 2026

      Mountain View RV Park

      Great rv park

      Great little RV park. Reasonably priced, fantastic staff, pull thru sites, and great view of the mountains. Bathrooms and laundry were spotless. Main office also has a good bar and restaurant.

    • Gary M.The Dyrt Pro User
      Nov. 22, 2025

      Mountain View RV Park

      Mountainview RV Park/Craters of the Moon

      Nice campground, large fenced dog run, game area, restaurant & bar.  Older but clean restrooms; downside was pay showers, but they're exceptionally large!  Very convenient to town, and only some 15 miles from Craters of the Moon National Monument. Plan you visit for spring or fall, because this area can get HOT in the summer. In mid-September, we started our days in down jackets, but warmed into the low eighties by afternoon.

    Guide to Arco

    Cabin rentals near Arco, Idaho serve as convenient basecamp accommodations for travelers exploring Craters of the Moon National Monument and the surrounding Lost River Valley. Most cabins operate seasonally from spring to late fall due to harsh winter conditions in this high desert region at approximately 5,300 feet elevation. Temperature fluctuations between day and night can exceed 30 degrees, even during summer months.

    What to do

    Craters exploration: Located 18 miles southwest of Arco, Craters of the Moon National Monument features accessible hiking trails through volcanic formations. "We stayed here on our way to Yellowstone. Near Craters of the Moon National Monument. The town of Arco was charming and has an interesting history as the first nuclear-powered city in the US," notes Jeff P. about Craters of the Moon-Arco KOA.

    Local history: Visit the submarine sail (conning tower) display in Arco from the USS Hawkbill nuclear submarine. "The town of Arco was charming and has an interesting history as the first nuclear-powered city in the US," shares a visitor staying at the KOA.

    Mountain recreation: Access the White Knob Mountains and Lost River Range for hiking, fishing, and ATV trails. "Amazing destination. I love mackay and its community, if you show up in the summer you get amazing weather and incredible fishing," reports Michael A. about his stay at Mackay Tourist Park.

    What campers like

    Convenient location: Arco serves as a strategic overnight stop between larger destinations. "We passed through here heading from the Tetons to Oregon. Only 20 minutes to the Craters of the Moon visitors center. Great location to stay to check out this remote and amazing NPS site," writes Zach H. about his experience at Craters of the Moon-Arco KOA.

    Outdoor spaces: Many cabin locations feature well-maintained outdoor areas. "The sites are very wide and spacious with grass in between. Full service," notes Marty S. about Mountain View RV Park, adding, "The owners are very friendly and accommodating."

    On-site dining: Some properties offer food service, eliminating the need to prepare meals after arrival. "MUST eat at the restaurant within the campground! Southern smoked BBQ!" recommends Lisa D. about Mountain View RV Park, while another visitor confirms "They run a great little restaurant right on the site with fantastic ribs!"

    What you should know

    Limited services: Arco remains a small town with basic amenities. "Nothing is around, so bring food and activities! The store is really cute, they serve ice cream in the evenings and pancakes for breakfast. Nice touch, since there isn't much else around," advises Jen B. about the KOA.

    Seasonal operations: Most cabin accommodations close during winter months. "Beware google maps doesn't map properly to this campground and may take you down an old dirt road. You should turn in town at 'pickles place'," warns Ben H. about locating the KOA.

    Varying amenity levels: Cabins range from primitive to relatively comfortable. "We stayed at this campsite for five nights and we're very happy with the accommodations. The site is very clean, including the laundry facilities," shares Lloyd D. about Wagon Wheel Motel & RV Park.

    Tips for camping with families

    Free breakfasts: Some properties offer morning meals included with stays. "In the morning they offer FREE waffles, so after packing up the car, we enjoyed breakfast before heading over to the National Monument," notes Bobby B. about the family-friendly atmosphere at the KOA.

    Recreation facilities: Seek out properties with outdoor play areas and pools. "We arrived late and registered easily," mentions Micah about the KOA, while Jeremy H. elaborates that amenities include "showers, restrooms, laundry, small store that sells firewood and propane among other necessities, ice cream social (for a donation) in the evening, free waffle breakfast in the morning, pet friendly with dog park, playground, and pool."

    Wildlife viewing: Some cabins offer opportunities to see local animals. "Had 2 deer meander through the campground in the morning!" shares Lori about her experience at Mackay Tourist Park.

    Tips from RVers

    Site spacing: Look for properties with adequate distance between sites. "The sites are very wide and spacious with grass in between. Full service. Very good cell phone service," reports Marty S. about Mountain View RV Park.

    Bathroom facilities: Check bathroom availability when booking cabin stays. "The bathrooms are spotless and very large. The showers are about 5 ft by 5 ft!" notes a visitor to Mountain View RV Park, while John H. shares that at Wagon Wheel Motel, "Restrooms are key coded thus nice and clean."

    Weather preparation: Expect temperature variations requiring both cooling and heating options. "AC units the only thing is it took a while for the room to cool down it would have been cool if they were able to set that air conditioner about an hour before arrival," suggests Stacey A. about Wagon Wheel Motel & RV Park.

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