Tent Camping Near Idaho Falls

Recent Tent Reviews near Idaho Falls, Idaho

257 Reviews of 13 Idaho Falls Campgrounds

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  Rob N.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 2, 2021

  Juniper Group Campsite — City of Rocks National Reserve

  Clean and quiet!

  Stayed 3 nights here in reservable loop A. Extremely clean, modern, and quiet. About 20 minutes from Idaho Falls.

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  Michelle J.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 24, 2019

  Ririe Reservoir Dump Station

  Standard State Park

  $25 for full hookups, $20 to dry camp. gets very dark at night. Seems like it fills completely full on weekends, but is quiet in the week. 15-20 minutes from Idaho Falls, but you feel like you’re in the boonies.

  Would come back again!

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  Lee D.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 12, 2019

  North Bingham County Park

  Not for us

  This was our first attempt to find a place to land in the Idaho Falls Area. Located about 10 miles south of Idaho Falls, it is a relatively new 12-unit RV Park (although they list prices for tent sites). When we arrived, there were two open spots but no apparent host or staff on-site. Sites are close to each other in typical RV Park fashion. There were some nice shade trees but they really did not provide much privacy/ separation between sites. The office was closed and you needed a code to access the restroom which we could see no way of obtaining. There were only large RVs camped there even though there are supposedly tent sites (without a code to the bathroom and nowhere that I could see to pitch a tent, I don’t see tenters staying there). There was some road noise and a chain link fence surrounded the campground. Nothing scenic about it. We moved on.

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  Chris H.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 2, 2020

  Targhee National Forest Calamity Campground

  Great Spot

  The camp spots are well maintained and its easy to get to. The road in is very winding but is completely paved now.

  Seems like it’s more established for trailer camping but we did tent camping and it was great. I would camp here again.

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  Ted & Jessie M.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 10, 2022

  Jefferson County Lake

  Nice and quiet, great amenities

  We've stayed here twice in the same tent site because we loved it. Very fun wood park for the kids, and the lake access is included in the camping reservation. Our site had running water and a nearby creek. Great place!

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  Annie C.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 25, 2019

  Hover Camp

  Fly fishing outfitter and campground in one

  In Swan Valley the name of the game is fly fishing. This small campground is also a fly fishing outfitter and shop. While l was just passing through and I am not a fisherwoman, it seemed to offer pretty good services if that is your thing. I pulled in after hours but fortunately the owner’s dog alerted her to my presence and she was willing to open the office to rent me a tent site for the evening. There are 3ish tent sites(one was being worked on), about a half dozen pull thru RV sites, and 3 or 4 cabins for rent. There is a central bathhouse with two full bathrooms in a trailer for everyone to share. The bathhouse rooms are electronically accessed with codes the host gives you on check in. They were really nice and clean, like bathrooms in a typical modern home, except that one had the water heater tank in it and both had space heaters on the floor to plug in(fire hazard??). The tent site I chose was at the back of the campground so I didn’t have much highway noise, and fell asleep to the sound of the nearby horses grazing. Next door on the other side is a municipal building that appears to be the home base for the sheriff. The view of the back of the office/fly shop is not very picturesque, with boats and atv’s and odds and ends laying about. There are nice trees providing shade, but there is no real privacy between sites, tents, or cabins. The grass was quite lush, so I am wondering when the sprinkler system comes on. This place works as a layover or for someone who will take advantage of the fly fishing services, but not much else.

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  Chelsie B.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 14, 2022

  Indian Creek

  Amazing spot

  Amazing view, and great fishing access. Many places along the reservoir. Close to the road so traffic can be loud. Free to stay on most of the campsites along the reservoir aside from the boat ramp site. Beach front available but be careful of tides. My tent site was a max stay of 3 to 5 nights.

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  Natasha S.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 4, 2019

  Kelly Island Campground

  Nice and Quaint

  Very nice and quaint campground. Smaller tent sites and large double tent or trailer sites. Right on the river, good for fishing. Very clean, even the pit toilet bathroom was clean. Nearby to hot springs, off roading/short hikes/mountain or dirt biking trails and areas. Only $5/night with your National Parks Pass. Dog friendly and awesome fire pits (clean and not warped racks for grilling) We will definitely be back.

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  Brent T.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 8, 2020

  Pocatello KOA

  Not for tent campers

  Meh. Was clean. There is a kids play ground area. Wifi was garbage. Stayed at the tent site closest to the office/road. Lots of shade, but beware of where you set things up at. Look at the ground and you will see worn or unhealthy grass. This is where apparently the trees drip a sap that isn't all that sticky compared to like pine sap, but it does drip like a faucet... it was noisy, headlights, engines, etc. etc... I wouldn't stay there again, at least not in the same spot and not in a tent.

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  Tara

  Scout

  

  Jun. 30, 2022

  Mike Harris

  Great Stay!

  Despite hole in the ground toilets, they were some of the most immaculately kept ones I’ve ever witnessed in my young life. Cinnamon is the last smell I expected to encounter. Check in was a little confusing, but you choose a site and pay at the front with an envelope. I’d recommend bringing cash, small bills for exact payment. Also have your bug spray ready because mosquitoes were large and abundant (not the campsites fault, of course). Very dark and quiet at night, with beautiful starry night view. Tent sites were $17/night, with $8 additional per each extra car. Great value!

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  Brigham B.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 24, 2016

  Ririe Reservoir Dump Station

  Great Place to Camp...minus the sprinklers

  Unfortunately it was raining the whole night we showed up. However there was a covered pavilion, with a fridge, and 2 walls. We were able to stay dry under the pavilion and cook our food on the stove we bought. We were tent camping which offers plenty of picnic tables and nice green grass. There are plenty of areas from for RV camping along with hookups. There's also a boat ramp.

  Now the bad, as we were getting ready to go to bed, the sprinklers came on. Thankfully we had springbar tents that were able to take the rain as well as the sprinklers. We tried waking the camp host to turn them off. Didn't work. We just waited it out and we were fine.

  The campsite firepits, and pavillions with fridges, basketball courts, a boat doc, and bathrooms (clean, with no nasty smell, and hand blower dryers).

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  Alivia M.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 21, 2022

  Riverside Park Campground

  Small basic campground

  This campground was quaint and small. The hosts were amazing and the pit toilets were the cleanest I have ever seen! We were redirected to this campground from Teton canyon due to aggressive bear activity and we were traveling with a soft side pop up trailer.
  The site was further from the Tetons and mountains than we wanted. The sites were outside a reservoir directly on the river. There is an upper area closer to the road with electric and water. But it was basically a big parking lot for rvs. Down below We snagged a great site tucked between huge trees. It had a fire pit, picnic table, level tent site as well as an oversized parking spot that was easy to level the trailer.

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  Kathy S.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 12, 2023

  Mountain River Ranch

  Wish we could stay longer

  This is a beautiful, quiet camp. On weekdays anyway when we stayed. Clean bathrooms, wonderful and flat sites, easy hookups, kind people. Close to hot springs and Idaho Falls.

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  Greg G.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 3, 2022

  Juniper Group Campsite — City of Rocks National Reserve

  Hidden Gem

  Juniper is an excellent campground located on the Ririe reservoir and recreation area . The campground consists of 3 loops all have large level sites with platforms for tents and full hookups at only $30.00. The entire area is dotted with huge junipers that offer good cover and seclusion. The fishing at “Blacktail is good for Rainbows and perch - highly recommended. The area is out in the middle of nowhere and was only 1/4 full . A great spot to reach Idaho Falls or the Grand Tetons , and Jackson Wy .

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  JoAnn G.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 24, 2021

  Palisades Cabins & RV Park

  Very small campground, cabins Very cute. Walk to Green River w/boat launch

  About 25 miles to Jackson Hole or miles to Idaho Falls.  Nice restrooms and showers.  Laundry small but clean and neat.  We spent 3 nights in overflow area nice lawn, electric and water but close to road, moved to site 15, large space fhu but 30 Amp svc. Beautiful gazebo and fire pit.  Most sites are back in.  It was old but quaint.

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  Joshua D.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 2, 2023

  Juniper Group Campsite — City of Rocks National Reserve

  Nice hidden gem

  We were pleasantly surprised by this gem of a campground just outside Idaho Falls, which we used for one night on our trip through the area. The bathrooms were clean and showers were a nice touch. The campsites were open but there were only a handful of other campers around (mid week end of June). The only downside we’re sprinklers going off at our campsite right at dinner time (soaking the fire pit), but due to no one else being around, we used a nearby campsite for our fire/dinner. Maybe chat with the camp host before picking a spot to learn what the sprinkler schedule is.

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  Julie

  Scout

  

  May. 31, 2021

  Wolverine Canyon

  Lots of dispersed camping options

  We needed a spot to spend the night on our way back to Montana. Our timing worked out for the Idaho Falls area and Wolverine Canyon came up as an option. It’s all paved road until you get to the mouth of the Canyon, then it’s a well maintained gravel road. A few washboard spots but easy to tow a trailer even 30 ft long. 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. Lots of spots have some wear and tear from target shooting, previous camping, ruts in mud, etc, but more than suitable for a boondocking setup. Be sure to pay attention to BLM boundaries, as there is some checkerboard ownership with private lands and the fence boundaries aren’t always signed. Beautiful setting! Lush, green, rugged rock cliffs along the drive.

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  Jason G.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 14, 2024

  The Park At Swan Valley

  Peacful spot with a great vibe

  **Note: my stay was in 2022, new to this app and wanted to give some love to places I've been and deserve it**

  Stayed here at the end of a long road trip through Montana, Yellowstone, Jackson, and Idaho. After a long day of seeing sights in GTNP and Jackson, it was great to find a nice, quite, camp spot that was reserved and had basic amenities rather than trying to find dispersed camping somewhere.

  It was early season and still a bit chilly at night, and while I was totally comfortable in my roof top tent, the owner was kind and concerned, and invited me to hang out and/or even sleep in the on-site trailer home if I got too cold. Such a kind offer.

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  Shelly S.

  Legend

  

  Nov. 6, 2020

  Riverside Park Campground

  Perfect spot

  Riverside Park Campground, Irwin, Idaho

  In Caribou-Targhee NF/Palisades Wilderness near Bridger- Teton NF. This is a first come , no reservation campground, at the foot of Palisades Dam on Snake River. We arrived around 2 pm and the sites were mostly empty. Several others arrived around 6 pm. This is a good campground for fishermen/women, the lower sites are right on the river. There is a boat ramp right across the road. There is paddle information near the boat ramp also. The only electric sites are on the upper half. The rest are basic sites. All have fire pits, picnic tables and a multi purpose metal platform. Gravel/dirt pads that are level. There are several pit toilets and dumpsters throughout . No trails , but there are several trailheads nearby. Other then fishing there is not much else to do at this campground, however it would be a good starting off point for hiking adventures. You can not leave your camper/tent overnight, unattended.

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  Austin D.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 18, 2020

  Heise Hot Springs

  Heise Hot Springs

  Heise Hot Springs, Idaho - not bad for a quick getaway with friends

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  Jeni N.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 28, 2020

  Indian Creek

  We loved it!

  My partner and I stayed two nights at this free campsite and loved both nights. We saw most people in RVs but the sites are great for tents too. The wind made tenting a little difficult but doable. It looked like each site had a fire ring and there are two public bathrooms. The lake and backdrop is beautiful and worth the visit. The clay quicksand-like ground close to the lake was fun to play in and explore!

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  christopher G.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 1, 2021

  Jefferson County Lake

  Nice little spot

  Stayed at a tent spot. Campground was clean and maintained. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because it is near the Highway and you can hear the road noise.

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  Grace O.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 11, 2023

  The Park At Swan Valley

  Amazing!

  We had an amazing experience! We were van camping and used a tent spot. Bryce was great and checked in on us! Would definitely stay again!

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  Ginger Y.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 24, 2022

  South Tourist Park Campground

  Good spot for a little while.

  I found out they have drinking water to refill with. It's right along the Snake River. The only downfall is the tent campers that seem to "live" here. I love that there is a RV dump in the campground. Some spots with great shade.

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  Lauren B.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 9, 2020

  Warm Slough

  Good tent camping, good water access

  Easily accessible. We camped in our tent, the roads were super easy to drive on. Great water access. Lots of wood for campfires. Yes cell phone service and it was free! Although the bathroom was very unclean.

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  Olivia S.

  Scout

  

  May. 22, 2019

  Warm Slough

  My Go To

  Can camp in tents, cars, or hammocks. Lots of spots near the rivers throughout the dirt road. Pretty popular for fire pits in the spring and summer. Can float the river as well. Sometimes see the occasional moose or dear.

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  Nick G.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 9, 2019

  Jefferson County Lake

  Great campground with beach

  Our family stayed here in a tent trailer for 2 nights. Kids loved playing in the lake. I like the paved trail that goes around the lake for jogging and cycling.

  This lake has a triathlon that happens every year in mid-July. I’ve done it 4 times. It’s just a great lake + campground.