Are you an equestrian lover who prefers a more rustic experience when you visit Filer? Whether you own a horse or are joining a tour group, equestrian camping is an adventurous and unique way to experience the city. Find Idaho equestrian campgrounds with ease on The Dyrt.
With the development of the Rickett’s RV Camp, overnight stays in the Park are now permitted. This fee-free primitive camp offers a vault toilet facility and 13 individual RV parking pads, each with a picnic table and fire ring, but no electric or water hook-ups. Additionally, a large open area is available to accommodate oversized rigs and equestrian travellers. Corrals are located adjacent to this area. Stays are limited to 5 days. Any overnight parking and dispersed camping are prohibited anywhere in the Park outside of a designated campground.
$10 - $50 / night
12 night maximum stay Full service restrooms/showers NOT available Camp in designated spots only No open fires or fire pits No tent camping Person registering for campsite is responsible for compliance of all grounds rules. Failure to pay fees will result in trespassing charges. Dogs are not allowed to roam freely and must be under supervision of their owner, either on a leash or kennel. All dogs must be cleaned up after during your stay with us to insure the grounds stay clean and safe for all guests. The dump station is located behind the Fairgrounds and is NOT accessible from the Fir Street entrance. From the exit, take HWY 25 to Date Street (turn north), to 4th Avenue (turn east).
$10 - $20 / night
The RV Park is located on the east side of the fairgrounds and has 80 spaces with full hook-ups (water, sewer & 50 amp power); and 100 hook-up with (water & 30 amp power). Spaces with amenities are $21.20, tax included per night. Dry camping with no amenities is available for $10.60, tax included per night. Pricing is subject to change during special events held at the fairgrounds. You will need to contact the fair office for pricing. No livestock are allowed in RV area! Dogs are not allowed to roam freely and must be under supervision of their owner, either on a leash or kennel. All dogs must be cleaned up after during your stay with us to insure the grounds stay clean and safe for all guests.
$21 - $42 / night
Scout
Ricketts BLM RV Camp just north of Twin Falls. This fee-free primitive BLM camp offers 2 vault toilets (in case you did not bring own) and 13 level RV parking pads, each with a picnic table and fire ring, but no electric or water hook-ups. There is also equestrian and overflow parking if needed.
Guide
Because we'd usually rather be boondocking, we're all about cheap when we actually have to pay for a campsite. And if we're actually going to have to pay, we want the whole shebang -- 50A electric, water and sewer hookups -- because why pay for what we otherwise get for free? The Twin Falls County Fairgrounds delivers on both counts.
The RV Park is located on the east side of the fairgrounds and has 80 spaces with full hook-ups (water, sewer & 50 amp power); and 100 hook-up with (water & 30 amp power). Spaces with amenities cost $21.20, tax included per night, or $106 for a week (buy 5 nights/get 2 free). Dry camping with no amenities is available for $10.60, tax included per night. Maximum stay is 2 weeks. No reservations, everything is first-come, first-served.
Sites are located on grass, with dirt roads throughout the campground. Hookups for water, electric and sewer are located behind your RV. While the site itself is level, that makes it uphill for the sewer run so we wish that they had chosen a more traditional layout. Still, for this price I'm not complaining. Also, if the place actually filled up these sites would be crazy tight; however, during our visit July 2021 they're not even close to 50% capacity, so folks are leaving at least one site between themselves and their neighbors.
Cell signal strength and data speeds are solid on both Verizon and AT&T. We've been both working and streaming with no issues whatsoever.
There's a separate dump station on site with potable water. The bathrooms are individual units with showers, and are immaculate. If you arrive after hours you have to call the after-hours number on the sign, and James will come out and determine your site and collect your money (cash or check only). The campground occasionally closes for events held at the Fairgrounds, and in 2021 that's for two events. Check their website for details. There was a lot of activity during our stay including equestrian events and even a monster truck rally, so there's lots to keep you entertained while you're in the campground and not out exploring the Twin Falls area.
Filer is a tiny ranching community just west of Twin Falls. Campers will find the surprisingly complete M&W Market just down the street, along with a True Value Hardware. And all of the chains and big box stores are nearby in Twin Falls, only 7 miles away.
No livestock are allowed in RV area, but boarding is available in stables adjacent to the campground for $10 inside/$5 outside. Dogs are not allowed to roam freely and must be under supervision of their owner, either on a leash or kennel.
So when everything else was booked solid in July 2021, we found dirt cheap FHU sites aplenty at the Twin Falls County Fairgrounds!
GuideNice campground with 13 campsites with fire rings and picnic tables. There is also 2 pit toilets. Only stayed one night on our way to Oregon. There is a 5 night limit. Would stay here again if in the area. About 5 empty spots when we pulled in on a Sunday evening. There is also 3 horse corrals if looking for a place to ride.
ScoutSnake River Canyons Park- Rickett's RV Camp offers a peaceful and convenient location for an overnight stay. The campsites are mostly clean and equipped with fire rings and picnic tables. While the area is quite dry, it provides a safe and hassle-free experience. Nothing fancy. The Sherrif did a drive through at dusk(a feature I like) and the camp filled up before the sun had set. The availability of basic amenities such as pit toilets and horse corrals adds to the convenience of the site. If you're looking for a quick overnight stay this is a great spot that is pretty much a free campsite complete with a site host.
TravelerWe were one of three in the campground, nice and quiet.
ScoutDid not shower there but bathroom was clean and had one shower. You can pay by credit card and slip payment ( around $20 even if not using electric) As stated make sure there is not an event going on if planning a stay here. I don’t recall any services being close by - but check the map.
ScoutNot sure I would want to camp here when a major event was in progress, but this is a rare find. This is a proper old-school fair venue with arenas, grandstand, event buildings and associated infrastructure: $13 to boondock, $23 for RV site with hook ups. The nicest feature are the bathrooms. Private “suites” with toilet, sink and shower. Not brand new but well maintained. Great choice for a cheap I-84 stopover 1 day east of Portland or Seattle. All the services you would want in town like Costco, good coffee, etc. James the site manager was super friendly and hospitable!
ScoutWould definitely recommend this spot. 21$ dry and I think 40 full. Nice big grass areas with a few trees. Probably really hot in summer but we were there in fall. Careful of the sprinklers they come on early. Nice big clean showers/bathrooms( family style).
GuideAs previously posted, about a dozen sites with no hookups. I was in the process of moving across country and exhausted. I loved that this place was close enough to town that I didn’t have to cook. Haha. If you’re an atv or mtb type, tons to do here. But if you’re looking for scenery, all you will find in this campsite is the occasional amazing sunset which I was lucky enough to catch. ;-)
TravelerTent camped here in site 6. Felt safe the entire night and the campground featured bathrooms, which was a plus. Definitely targeted more towards RVs and camper style set-ups, but good night regardless minus some weather and wind!
ScoutWonderful place for free camping, even better than some dirt but with 20bucks over....
ScoutThere is a picnic table, fire pit, and pit toilet. T-mobile service had a few bars.
TravelerShowed up late October around 6. It’s quiet, just out of town and there are toilets places I guess (didn’t use) and a fire pit by my site. Didn’t use either. Cold (34* last night) rainy, super windy, but felt safe and free is great 😊
GuidePulled into this area, easily, without any obstacles. The sites were plenty to choose from, clean, and had a table with a fire ring. Watched an awesome sunset and moved on the next morning. Not much here other than the basic stuff to spend the night and feel safe. I will stay here in my travels again. Area is very dry right now.
LegendFairly quiet with occassional car racing by. Very close to city of twin falls. Has vault restrooms and firepits at the sites.
GuideThis is an RV park, but I used a tent. Ground is very rocky, but was able to stake it fairly easily. This site is very close to the town, like a quick 5 minute drive. Road is very accessible as well, you won't have any troubles getting to this site unless your suspension is held together by duck tape. Toilet was as clean as a camp toilet can be! My only real negative is that there were a lot of people and pets around that were making noise, but it wasn't that bad. Oh, and there is absolutely no shade at all.
TravelerNice layout, large spots, friendly people, useful signage about the surrounding area, and two clean well maintained pit toilets (one even had a night light). This spot is wonderfully close to town, feels very safe and convenient. Highly recommend this spot to anyone passing through!
TravelerThis site is Free and easy to find, and not too far off the main road. There are a dozen or so marked sites with their own tables and fire pits. This site is surrounded by trails used for ATVs and Bikes. It also has one bathroom on site. No Hookups.
I stayed there for a night in April of 2024 while passing through and it was a convenient and hassle-free location. Decent Cell service
Here is additional info on the site:
https://freecampsites.net/#!267314&query=sitedetails
Note: This site seems like it is relatively new and still undergoing construction/expansion so some details may vary from the time of this report.
GuideIt’s hard to believe this place is free. Nicer than some National Forest campgrounds with the same amenities. Pit toilets and that’s it. The toilets were clean and the one by our site even had a light on! It was a quiet stay and convenient to see Shoshone Falls, and resupply at Costco or Walmart just to the north in Jerome. Don’t skip the scenic overlooks at the bridge on highway 93, beautiful views, and we even watched a couple base jumpers there
Scout
$20. Electricity, water, wifi. Parking lot. No restrooms. But okay for the price.
TravelerWe tried to stay at this place but we arrived at 11 pm and there was a closed gate. We had to turn around. Quite a commercial district as well
TravelerThis is a county fairgrounds the camping is simply in the parking lot with electrical and water hook ups for many sites.You will want to check the calendar of events to evaluate availability. For example: the first night we were here we were lucky to get a site because there was an event and the parking lot was nearly full. This makes a great one night stop or homebase for sightseeing in the area.
ScoutIf you are looking for peace and quiet and clean this is the place. None of the fancy amenities, but impeccably kept grounds. My dog loved the grass, he was rolling in it and running through sprinklers on hot evening. Convince store within walking distance. And yes a great sunset from the bleachers!
ScoutWe did not stay here, but called and was told that it's $20 a night and showers are not included.
ScoutJust a paved lot with no shade. Does have water and electrical for $20. People in office-friendly.
ScoutClean and quiet. All paved. Water and electrical hook ups. Pull through spots. Such a great place to stop and a killer sunset from the bleachers.
ScoutSeveral drive through sites. Mostly paved.
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