Rexburg, Idaho sits at an elevation of 4,865 feet within the Upper Snake River Valley, characterized by high desert terrain with cold winters and warm summers. The camping season typically runs from April through October, with many RV campgrounds Rexburg visitors use closed during winter months when temperatures frequently drop below freezing. Gravel pads are standard at most facilities, with varying levels of wind protection depending on tree coverage.
What to do
Golfing at Aspen Acres: Play a round at the 18-hole par 3 course at Yellowstone Golf Resort at Aspen Acres RV Park, surrounded by rolling hills of farmland. "Beautiful campground nestled in an Aspen grove with a 18 hole par 3 course surrounded by rolling hills of farmer's fields," notes a camper who appreciated the peaceful setting.
ATV adventures at sand dunes: The 400-foot sand dunes near Idaho Dunes RV Park provide excellent terrain for dirt bikes and ATVs. One visitor simply described it as "Awesome please to take the dirt bike or ATV" and specifically mentioned the "400 ft high" dunes that attract powersports enthusiasts.
Riverside walking path: Access the Snake River walking path from Idaho Falls Luxury RV Park for a scenic stroll into downtown. A reviewer notes, "There is access to a walkway along the Snake river that heads to downtown," making this an excellent option for campers wanting to explore on foot without driving.
What campers like
Private bathroom facilities: Multiple parks offer individual bathroom units rather than communal facilities. At Teton Valley Resort, campers appreciate the "Large, clean, individual bathrooms with showers" and at Rainbow Lake, visitors mention "Very clean restrooms."
Evening activities: Community fire pits and organized events provide social opportunities. One Teton Valley Resort guest highlighted that "they have little s'more bags that they give you and do little community bonfires each night."
Convenience to national parks: Sugar City RV Park provides access to both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. A camper noted it offers "Great access to Tetons and Yellowstone, good shopping overall in Sugar City and nearby Rexburg," though they acknowledged it's "not boondocking or cheap."
What you should know
Winter weather challenges: Most Rexburg area RV parks close seasonally, but those that remain open require preparation. Sugar City RV Park stays open year-round, and one reviewer appreciated that "They are open all year round" among other amenities like "New fenced dog area" and "New basketball/pickleball court."
Budget considerations: Prices vary significantly between parks. At Snake River RV Park & Campground, one camper observed it was "Cramped sites, over priced" but acknowledged "They have a pool and hot tub with hot showers that were great only because we went a week without one while going through Yellowstone."
Campground terrain: Many sites are gravel with varying levels of dust control. As one camper at Snake River RV Park described, "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."
Tips for camping with families
Pool facilities: Several parks feature swimming pools for children during summer months. At Yellowstone Lakeside RV Park, families appreciate the "Beautiful, clean individual bathrooms like in a house, including tub-showers! Table, fire ring at every space."
Dog-friendly accommodations: Many Rexburg area parks accommodate pets with dedicated areas. Sugar City RV Park includes a "New fenced dog area" according to recent visitors who stayed for three weeks.
Local attractions: Plan day trips to nearby family attractions. Wind Willows RV Park is "Right across the freeway from Bear World (super fun for kids and adults), 20 minutes from Heise (hi-see) Hot Springs, and Rexburg Rapids water park."
Tips from RVers
Level site selection: Many parks feature gravel sites requiring leveling. At Wakeside Lake RV Park, a visitor noted "The sites are level, but are gravel" while appreciating the mature shade trees.
Laundry availability: On-site laundry facilities vary in quality and cost. One Sugar City RV Park visitor cautioned, "Washers and dryers are a bit pricy. $8 per load to wash & dry and it includes soap. But you can put about a load and a half in each one. It was convenient but expensive."
Hookup planning: Some parks have shared utility hookups requiring coordination. A reviewer at Wakeside Lake RV Park shared, "The only thing I didn't love was that we had to share an electrical juncture box with our neighbors. So there was one 50 amp and one 30 amp on the box. They had already plugged into the 30 which we needed also."
