Camping spots near Firth, Idaho include several public and private options within a 30-minute drive. Located in the Snake River Plain at 4,546 feet elevation, the area experiences hot summers and cold winters with low annual precipitation. Most campgrounds operate seasonally from May through October, with limited winter camping available at dispersed sites along the Snake River.
What to do
**Water activities at Snake River: Access the river at Snake River Dispersed for fishing, kayaking, and swimming. "Nice BLM area right next to the Snake River and only 10 minutes from Shelley," notes Abner H.
**Frisbee golf near Shelley: North Bingham County Park offers a course for all ages. Bill B. mentions "There is a 'Frisbee golf course' for all ages and great paths to take your dog for a walk."
**Biking along riverside paths: South Tourist Park Campground connects to downtown via a riverfront trail system. "There is a bike path right from the campground that follows the river and leads to downtown Riverwalk area," according to Lisa.
**Stargazing at open areas: Bingham County Park Rose Campground provides unobstructed night sky viewing. A camper noted, "The stars are absolutely breathtaking!" This location offers minimal light pollution 4 minutes off the highway.
What campers like
**Direct river access: Campers appreciate sites with water views. "Dirt road with easy access goes to a wide open gravel area but opportunities to be right next to the river with an AWD vehicle," shares Angela M. about Snake River Dispersed.
**Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and showers receive positive feedback. At Juniper Group Campsite, "Bathrooms are a private toilet, shower, sink combo that are super clean," reports Amy B.
**Spacious sites: Many campers value room between sites. At Idaho Falls Luxury RV Park, Patrick J. notes "Nice change with all the grass around the asphalt site pads," and another reviewer mentions "Large spaces with plenty of room between."
**Affordable prices: Budget-friendly options exist throughout the area. Juniper Group Campsite offers "full hookups at only $30.00," according to Greg G., who adds the area is "dotted with huge junipers that offer good cover and seclusion."
What you should know
**Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds near Firth close during winter months. North Bingham County Park operates from May 1 to September 30, while Fairway RV Park runs April to mid-October.
**Road noise: Several campgrounds experience highway or train disruptions. At South Tourist Park Campground, "Only real complaint was that it has a lot of traffic noise (constant hum) and a VERY LOUD train that went by a few times during the night, blowing its whistle," mentions Lisa.
**Payment systems: Many sites use self-pay stations requiring cash or check. Bingham County Park Rose Campground operates with "Pretty much the honor system for payment of fees. Be sure to take the little slip of paper from the envelope before putting in your money," advises Bill B.
**Site conditions: Terrain varies significantly between locations. At Wolverine Canyon, Julie notes "Most camp spots are right off of the main gravel road. Saw several camps set up over Memorial Day weekend, and we didn't have a problem finding a spot for the night."
Tips for camping with families
**Playground access: Some campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. "The park for the kids was perfect and the pool was open too!" reports Katie H. about Snake River RV Park & Campground.
**Level sites for setup: Families with children benefit from flat terrain. At Bingham County Park Rose Campground, a camper notes, "This was easy to get into and had plenty of places to pull off of the paved road and they were level."
**Water features: Ponds and reservoirs provide entertainment. Bingham County Park Rose Campground includes "a big, flat open space next to a couple of ponds," and Juniper Group Campsite is located on Ririe reservoir with good fishing for "Rainbows and perch," according to Greg G.
**Safety considerations: Some locations have security features while others don't. Idaho Falls Luxury RV Park receives praise as Kathryn R. notes it's a "Very well laid out gated park," and Lance C. adds, "Very nice and clean park. Love that it is gated."
Tips from RVers
**Dump station locations: Free and paid options exist throughout the region. City of Blackfoot RV Park campers can use "free dump station at fire station," while North Bingham County Park features a dump station "just past the sites" with "a separate potable water fill 50' from the dump station."
**Level adjustments: Many RV sites require stabilization equipment. At Juniper Group Campsite, Melanie T. recommends, "Bring your blocks. Some sites are a little uneven."
**Connectivity options: Cell service varies by location and carrier. At North Bingham County Park, one RVer reports "AT&T Service is 3 bars and bounces between 5G+ and LTE," while "T-Mobile is 3 bars of 5G and my speedtest showed 310.58 Mbps download speed."
**Hookup availability: Electric options differ between parks. Snake River RV Park provides full hookups with 50-amp service, while smaller county parks may offer only 30-amp connections or none at all.
