1 campground with availability this weekend
Multiple RV parks and campgrounds near Caribou-Targhee National Forest provide full hookup options for travelers. Snake River RV Park & Campground offers year-round availability with full hookups including 50-amp service, suitable for larger motorhomes on gravel sites. Idaho Falls Luxury RV Park features 59 concrete pad sites with electric, sewer, and water hookups in a gated setting. Mountain View RV Park in Arco maintains 44 sites with full hookups, picnic tables, and trash service. Yellowstone Lakeside RV Park provides water, sewer, and electric connections with fire rings available at most sites. "Sites look older, but maintained. Manager got us moved to a full hook-up with plenty of room. WIFI works, Verizon coverage is good."
Advance reservations are strongly recommended during summer months when RV campgrounds in the area fill quickly with travelers visiting nearby attractions. Many RV parks in the region offer amenities such as showers, laundry facilities, and sanitary dump stations, though availability varies by location. Several parks impose restrictions on fires, with some offering firewood for purchase on-site. Cell service quality fluctuates throughout the area, particularly at locations farther from Idaho Falls. Most parks accommodate pets with designated pet areas, though specific rules may apply. In certain parks, railroad noise can be disruptive to light sleepers, as noted in one review: "Only complaint is super loud railroad tracks, but they give you ear plugs."
"Location great close to town for shopping and stay the night if you’re heading to the Tetons. Does not have any access to snake river. The showers were hot. Has a cute little snack and gift shop."
"Short drive from the campground to some restaurants, gas stations, grocery store, etc in the area. There are 2 bar/grills walking distance from the campground. Has a Heated pool."
from $25 - $64 / night
"We recently stayed at Idaho Falls Luxury RV Resort and thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The staff was incredible, helpful, and kind."
"Very nice and quiet RV Park. Nice change with all the grass around the asphalt site pads. There is access to a walkway along the Snake river that heads to downtown."
from $80 - $100 / night
"Looking for electric site around Pocatello, ID due to extreme heat. Easily made a few day reservation for one of their 12 Pull Through, FHU sites."
"Full hook ups and a pretty creek to walk the dog along. Even have washrooms and laundry."
from $55 / night
"Cleanest and nicest bathrooms and laundry room ever. Large gravel lot but neat and organized. Outdoor theme park next door. Full hookups and ample pull throughs. Water off in most during winter."
"Arrived around 8:00 PM and we were greeted by the camp host. Big sites, insulated and heated water outlets. The bathrooms are very clean. Hot water in tub/showers lasted a long time."
from $25 - $55 / night
"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"
"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."
Available this weekend
from $52 - $58 / night
"We paid just forty dollars a night for a massive space right off the Snake River, with green, grassy ground all around us—a total steal compared to the luxury resort next door."
"You're able to launch kayaks canoes or even boats from this location at the ramp. The water in this area is very wide and slow moving so easy to swim and safe."
from $40 / night
"Clean showers, nice clothes wash facilities, dog friendly with fenced run area, cat approved by "Liza", just in her trailer trash tabby space."
"Each spot has graveled level pads and grass that they keep trimmed& nice. Full hookups.
Clean, new shower house with 2 showers, 1 restroom, 4 washers & 4 dryers. "
from $38 - $50 / night
"Extended to 2 weeks. Left for a few weeks and returned for another week. Clean showers. Nice staff. Friendly people. Great hikes/walks/bike path right next door."
"Park for Rvs, bathrooms and laundry rooms really clean. Just in the town with everything at walking distance"
"In town but quiet. Yes there are trains but not at all excessive. Loved it - will be back. You can stay here or right next door for 2.5x as much with baby trees and expensive electricity."
from $88 - $1000 / night
TravelerReally nice quiet place. We enjoyed our stay. There’s a lake here and while we stayed the water was like glass! It provides a perfect reflection of the surroundings. There’s a highway close but we didn’t hear a thing while we slept.
GuideGreat spot just outside of Idaho Falls…
RangerReviewed 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
Scenic Views & The Famous "Number Hill"
The campground lives up to its name with sweeping views of the surrounding rugged mountain ranges.
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 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!
TravelerWe 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.
TravelerThis 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.
LegendI can't give it a 5 because it doesn't have electricity or water, but as a place to stop for ten bucks a night, it's fantastic. They do provide trash pickup, level spots, shade pit toilets and some recreational items like volleyball space, a dock and a boat ramp and a frisbee golf course.
GuideGreat place, great hosts
TravelerThere are spots along the river, a few back from the river and then a separate loop with some spots. This is a campground ran by the city parks and recreation. There is a camp host. Payment for the night is either cash or check. You place it in an envelope and drop it in a box in front of the camp host's site. After staying in several different campsites the past 10 days and comparing the amenities of all, $40 is too much. 1. No showers 2. Fire pits not at all sites 3. Bathrooms closed for construction, three port-a-potties instead 4.Safety concerns...Questionable people at some of the sites, especially towards the back. If you read about the campground on the internet, states they have had issues with homeless people. Should have spent a little bit more money and had full hookups. Won't stay here again. Didn't feel entirely safe. Could hear a very loud train. Some pros: beautiful view of the river out the side of our RV. A picnic table
RangerEach campsite is off the road and offers remote camping. The ones next to the water get taken up quickly but we found one next to a cliffside and loved it as well. The road can be loud, there’s a lot of 4 wheelers and they speed by like crazy several times a day. You can also hear highway noise. But you are 40 mins from Idaho Falls and the Heise pizza & hot springs nearby is LOVELY- we went twice lol! Fall creek falls nearby is also breathtaking. There was a lot of trash and glass at our site though so be aware. The dirt road getting in is crappy and long btw. But bonus there’s a big trash bin before heading onto it.
Seasonal RV parks near Caribou-Targhee National Forest provide varying levels of service across the eastern Idaho region. Most establishments operate from spring through fall, though several maintain year-round operations with adjusted winter services. Temperatures fluctuate significantly in this high-desert environment, with summer days reaching 90°F and winter nights regularly dropping below freezing.
Hiking access points: Several campgrounds serve as convenient bases for forest exploration. Mountain View RV Park in Arco positions campers just 15 miles from Craters of the Moon National Monument, where "Plan your 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," notes Gary M. at Mountain View RV Park.
Water recreation: Access to water features provides summer cooling options at select locations. At Batiste Springs RV Park, campers report unique swimming opportunities: "You are just above Batise Spring. You can walk down the path and go to the bridge. You are standing over Batise Spring! I got in! Bob said it was 52° and I believe it!" according to Valerie M. at Batiste Springs RV Park.
Off-roading: ATV enthusiasts find dedicated access points in the region. Miles G. notes that Idaho Dunes RV Park offers "Awesome please to take the dirt bike or ATV" with "400 ft high" dunes for recreation opportunities.
Seasonal temperature management: The region's climate varies dramatically by season, affecting camping comfort. One guest at Sugar City RV Park notes: "There are some small trees but not too many. We prefer no trees in that area because it's usually cold. The sun on the RV is nice," highlighting how the lack of shade can be beneficial during cooler periods at Sugar City RV Park.
Pet accommodations: Dog owners appreciate dedicated exercise areas at many facilities. A guest reports Sugar City RV Park includes a "New fenced dog area" while another camper at Mountain View mentions "Super, super friendly staff made us feel welcome and comfortable during our stay... Fabulous large off leash dog area available."
Restaurant access: On-site dining distinguishes certain rv sites near Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Lisa D. emphasizes: "Amazing small campground with such simple charm (MUST eat at the restaurant within the campground! Southern smoked BBQ!)" at Mountain View RV Park, while another visitor confirms: "They run a great little restaurant right on the site with fantastic ribs!"
Railroad noise: Train tracks near several facilities create noise concerns. One reviewer at Idaho Falls Luxury RV Park notes: "Large spaces with plenty of room between. Clean and paved. Only complaint is super loud railroad tracks, but they give you ear plugs."
Facility cleanliness variations: Bathroom and shower conditions vary substantially between properties. At Cowboy RV Park, one visitor complained: "This place is so nasty and unkept. Bathrooms are filthy and showers are moldy," while a different guest later stated: "Clean showers. Nice staff. Friendly people."
Site spacing considerations: RV sites near Caribou-Targhee National Forest range from spacious to cramped. At Snake River RV Park, one camper noted: "We had planned to stay 2 nights at the Snake River RV Park, but it was very crowded and the sites were too close together. We had reservations, but still ended up in an overflow area."
Playground access: Some facilities provide dedicated play areas for children. Katie H. mentions at Snake River RV Park & Campground: "The park for the kids was perfect and the pool was open too! Beautiful grounds and close to everything in town. We would stay here again!"
Recreation facilities: Certain parks offer additional family activities beyond playgrounds. At Sugar City RV Park, campers mention a "New basketball/pickleball court" though note "The pickleball court would be a huge hit if they painted the lines."
Space considerations: Larger family groups require adequate site dimensions. At Cowboy RV Park, William L. cautions: "Only weird thing is pull thru sites are not exactly but sometimes pull thrus," while at Cowboy RV Park, another visitor notes: "Nearby hiking and biking trails. This my 3rd visit in 4 years. I will be back."
Site surface types: RV pads vary significantly across facilities, affecting leveling and dust concerns. Robert R. observed at Snake River RV Park: "Everything is gravel and dirt. 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."
Amenities for long-term stays: Facilities cater differently to extended-stay campers. At Idaho Falls Luxury RV Resort, Lance C. states: "Very nice and clean park. Love that it is gated. Excellent wifi. Rates for the month I stayed there were excellent."
Shower sizes: Bathroom facilities vary dramatically between parks. One reviewer highlighted Mountain View RV Park's "exceptionally large" showers, while another noted "The showers are about 5 ft by 5 ft!" making them suitable for families with children.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Caribou-Targhee National Forest is Snake River RV Park & Campground with a 3.8-star rating from 19 reviews.
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