Cabin options near Firth, Idaho range from rustic shelters to fully-equipped accommodations across a 50-mile radius. The region sits at approximately 4,500 feet elevation with hot summers reaching 90°F and winter temperatures dropping below freezing. Fall and spring provide milder camping conditions with temperatures between 50-70°F and lower humidity, making these seasons ideal for cabin stays.
What to do
River activities: 3 miles away. The nearby Snake River offers fishing, tubing and water recreation opportunities. "At first we were not sure about this campground based on location. We were pleasantly surprised! The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The park for the kids was perfect and the pool was open too! Beautiful grounds and close to everything in town," notes Katie H. about Snake River RV Park & Campground.
Fishing spots: 20-minute drive. Wolverine Canyon provides multiple fishing locations with access to local streams. "About thirty minutes outside of Blackfoot before you hit gravel road. We only drove a short distance on gravel before we parked in a wide spot that had a fire pit. We could hear the babbling creek all night. So soothing. So quiet," explains Mary M. from Wolverine Canyon.
Golf and adventure activities: 10 miles east. Big Rock Campground offers proximity to outdoor recreation beyond just camping. "Off the main road. Good location with swimming, Zip line golfing and hiking," according to Mark G. at Big Rock Campground.
What campers like
Spacious sites: 30+ feet wide. Many cabin campers appreciate the generous spacing at certain locations. "The spaces are very big and flat. The people are very friendly and helped us find a good rv repair man who even answered the phone on a Sunday afternoon. I found the best lip balm ever in the store they have," reports Debbie M. about Snake River RV Park.
Peaceful natural sounds: Creek access. Wolverine Canyon offers quiet cabin settings with natural water features. "We could hear the babbling creek all night. So soothing. So quiet. Poor cell service," notes a visitor who appreciated the disconnected experience.
Clean facilities: Daily maintenance. Wakeside Lake RV Park maintains high standards for their bathroom and shower facilities. "Very clean restrooms. And staff was very accommodating, helpful and very friendly. I would love to stay longer but it was only a quick over night stop," mentions Donna H.
What you should know
Seasonal availability: May to October. Mountain River Ranch operates 65 cabin sites during warm weather months. "Quiet, recently changed owners so some amenities are not available yet. Water and electric, no sewer. There is a nice bath house with showers, no laundry at present," explains one reviewer.
Reservation requirements: Book 2-4 weeks ahead. Summer months fill quickly, especially for cabin accommodations. "It's a great location. Our site was large and shaded by beautiful mature trees. Very helpful and friendly staff/owners," says Erin H. about Wakeside Lake RV Park.
Varied amenity levels: Check before booking. Some cabins offer minimal services while others provide more comforts. "This KOA has mature trees and gravel rv pads. The sites are mostly level, but may need one block to be completely level. All the sites seem to fill up every night," advises Katy R. about Pocatello KOA.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Available at select locations. Families appreciate dedicated play areas for children. "They certainly have all the amenities including showers, a pool, hot tub and playground. It was nice having these amenities after several days without," notes Rachel C. about Snake River RV Park.
Water recreation: Bring floating devices. Warm Slough offers family-friendly water activities in warmer months. "My kids love tubing down the Warm Slough River and my son likes fishing along the banks," shares Shauna & Steve H.
Entertainment options: Pack accordingly. Some locations have limited activities for children. "A very simple RV park, nice shade, easy to access beach on a manmade lake. Staff was super helpful. My only complaint was that their website says there's a playground and I could not find one," mentions Jack Adrian L. about Wakeside Lake RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Request shade in summer. Experienced RVers recommend specific site placement when booking cabin stays. "We were in site #1 which is by the playground and dog park, because we had both on our reservation. At first we were upset at our location, but it was actually great," shares Jon M. from Lava Hot Springs West KOA.
Utility availability: Varies by location. Check which hookups are available when booking cabin accommodations. "At my site there was one 50 amp and one 30 amp on the box. They had already plugged into the 30 which we needed also. Neither of us had a dog bone attachment," explains a Wakeside Lake RV Park visitor.
Storage considerations: Limited space in basic cabins. Plan storage solutions when staying in smaller accommodations. "Sites are level gravel and full hookups, 30 Amp. Most sites are shaded. Nice laundry facility, bathrooms and showers. They have glamping tents, and cabins available," advises Ann about Wakeside Lake RV Park.
