RV sites near Blackfoot, Idaho offer camping options throughout the year, though many operate seasonally from April through October. This agricultural region sits at approximately 4,500 feet elevation in the Snake River Plain, with summer temperatures often reaching the 90s. Local campgrounds primarily consist of RV parks with varying amenities, reflecting the area's status as a convenient stopover point between larger destinations.
What to do
Tubing adventures at Lava Hot Springs: Just 45 miles southeast of Blackfoot, enjoy river tubing right next to your campsite. "The river is not a lazy river float but an amazing short rapid filled 15 min rip through the towns river. There is a shuttle to bring you back to the drop in to do it over and over again or a short walk," notes a visitor at Lava Hot Springs Spa Motel & RV Park.
Hot springs exploration: Access thermal waters directly from some campgrounds. "At the back of the RV park is a trail you can walk along the river and will come to a place where you can enter the river right into a hot spring," reports one camper at Lava Hot Springs Spa Motel & RV Park.
Hiking and biking trails: Find accessible paths near camping areas. At Cowboy RV Park in Pocatello, visitors mention "Nearby hiking and biking trails" and "Great hikes/walks/bike path right next door."
What campers like
Proximity to urban conveniences: Most RV parks near Blackfoot provide easy access to town amenities. "The location is directly across the street from the hot spring pools. Our spot #6 was on the river. We walked across the street to the hot spring pools and a park where in the summer you can tube the river," explains a visitor at Lava Hot Springs.
Year-round availability: Several campgrounds maintain winter operations. Yellowstone Lakeside RV Park receives praise for its "Large, flat gravel park" and serves as "Perfect spot as a home base for a week" for exploring the region, though "Water off in most during winter."
Clean facilities: Bathroom quality varies significantly between parks. One reviewer highlighted Yellowstone Lakeside's "Cleanest and nicest bathrooms and laundry room ever" and "Beautiful, clean individual bathrooms like in a house, including tub-showers!"
What you should know
Weather considerations: The region experiences significant seasonal temperature variations. At Batiste Springs RV Park, a camper notes "The bad - it's a parking lot. It's real hot, no shade... Did I mention it's HOT??" while suggesting "the secret to combat the heat" is the nearby spring: "I got in! Bob said it was 52° and I believe it! But it made me so much more comfortable afterwards."
Site spacing: Many parks place RVs close together. One camper at Snake River RV Park & Campground observed it was "very crowded and the sites were too close together" and "We had reservations, but still ended up in an overflow area."
Dust and maintenance issues: Expect gravel lots with varying upkeep. A recent visitor to Snake River RV Park noted: "This place is very dusty and it's easy to see no gravel has been laid down for years. It rained the first night I was there, and the roads (and my site) were a muddy mess."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some parks offer recreation areas for children. Snake River RV Park has a "Playground. Dog area. Cabins too" but one visitor cautioned their site "was next to the playground, and kids were out till after 10 pm."
Budget-friendly options: The City of Blackfoot RV Park provides affordable electric hookups at $20 per night with 18 spaces available. A reviewer mentions it's "a bike ride away from a very nice park on the lake with lots of play space for kids during the day."
Pool availability: Limited swimming options exist at area campgrounds. At Snake River RV Park, guests appreciate "all the amenities including showers, a pool, hot tub and playground" which was "nice having these amenities after several days without."
Tips from RVers
Full-hookup reliability: Most RV campgrounds near Blackfoot provide complete services. At Idaho Falls Luxury RV Park, "The concrete pads were level, long, and wide, and the sites were very roomy, with great tables and green grass. Each site had its WiFi, which was a nice touch."
Site leveling considerations: Finding flat parking is rarely an issue in this region. Batiste Springs RV Park offers "Full hook ups and a pretty creek to walk the dog along" with "easy pull through sites" according to one reviewer.
Cell service quality: WiFi varies between parks, but cellular coverage remains consistent. A visitor to Idaho Falls Luxury RV Park praised the "Excellent wifi" while another at Snake River RV noted "AT&T coverage good, with 4 Bars of LTE with service up to 14.5 MB/s."
