Best Cabin Camping near Spencer, ID

Cabins near Spencer, Idaho range from basic rustic units to fully equipped accommodations. Henry's Lake State Park Campground features cabins with lake views, while Buffalo Run Campground offers private cabin rentals with access to fire pits and picnic tables. Al Taylor Cabin provides a more secluded option with pets allowed. Many cabins include electricity and water hookups, though bathroom facilities vary significantly between properties. Most cabin sites include outdoor cooking areas and fire rings, with some offering access to communal shower facilities. A visitor commented that "The cabins just have beds in them and no other amenities," highlighting the straightforward nature of some accommodations.

Rustic forest service cabins like Antone Cabin require more preparation but reward visitors with privacy and scenic views. A camper wrote that Antone Cabin is a "GORGEOUS cabin with an amazing view" that includes "gas lights and a gas stove." Most cabin rentals in the area accommodate pets, though restrictions apply at certain properties like Flat Rock. Reservations are essential during summer months, especially for locations near Yellowstone National Park. Cabins at Jolley Camper RV & Cottages and Wakeside Lake RV Park remain open longer into fall, offering alternatives when other facilities close for the season.

Most cabin rentals provide basic furnishings but require guests to bring bedding, towels, and cooking supplies. Kitchenette availability varies widely, with some cabins offering no cooking facilities while others include propane stoves or outdoor grills. Cabin guests should pack accordingly for self-sufficiency, as on-site provisions are limited. The area's larger campgrounds like Henry's Lake State Park and Buffalo Run maintain small camp stores for essential items. Visitors planning extended stays should stock up in larger towns like Rexburg or Island Park before arrival, as Spencer itself has minimal services.

Best Cabin Sites Near Spencer, Idaho (23)

    1. Al Taylor Cabin

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    Spencer, ID
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 374-5422

    $35 / night

    2. Henrys Lake State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Island Park, ID
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 558-7532

    $60 - $70 / night

    "You're greeted by friendly Idaho State Parks volunteers at the kiosk and given a brief rundown about the park including easy to follow directions to your campsite."

    "The views of three mountain passes and the haze and cloud cover from a forest fire in the distance provided great views."

    3. Warm Slough

    11 Reviews
    Rexburg, ID
    38 miles

    "Pro tip: don’t try to find this location using Apple Maps. iOS will take you to the main road ands that’s it. Then you have to hunt for the dirt road that goes to Warm Slough."

    "Great spot to hang out outside of Rexburg. Each site has a fire ring and plenty of privacy. Toilets are operating and clean. Right on the banks of the slough and there’s even a resident moose!"

    4. Antone Cabin

    1 Review
    Lima, MT
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 682-4253

    $45 / night

    "This is a GORGEOUS cabin. The view is amazing! There are gas lights and a gas stove, both which were nice to have."

    5. Beaverhead National Forest Wade Lake Campground and Picnic Area

    8 Reviews
    Island Park, ID
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 682-4253

    "Beautiful lake - looks like the Caribbean in Montana! Somewhat close to West Yellowstone for those visiting national parks."

    "Wide open spaces and mountain views, lots of wildlife. Simple clean and small campground but lots to do in the area to enjoy the nature."

    6. Flat Rock (idaho)

    8 Reviews
    Macks Inn, ID
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 558-7658

    $25 - $62 / night

    "Its right of Hwy 20 easy In and Out...Perfect Campground for staying overnight going to or leaving Yellowstone...We paid $17 for 1 night with electric & water...No Dump Station..No Showers..**Picnic **"

    "There is a canoe/float rental right next door. Despite all the activity - the sites feel more secluded than most camp grounds and are nothing less than relaxing!"

    7. Wakeside Lake RV Park

    10 Reviews
    Rexburg, ID
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 356-3681

    $35 - $48 / night

    "It's on Wakeside Lake in Rexburg. The lake is good for boating, or if you have a paddle board that would be fun. The sites are level gravel and full hookups, 30 Amp. Most sites are shades."

    "It was a great location. Our site was large and shaded by beautiful mature trees. Very helpful and friendly staff/owners. We had a minor issue when we got there after hours."

    8. Buffalo Run Campground

    4 Reviews
    Macks Inn, ID
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 558-7112

    "ATT was available but strength varies. Lots of areas to explore and close to Yellowstone."

    9. Jolley Camper RV & Cottages

    4 Reviews
    Ashton, ID
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 652-2267

    "The view is amazing and there are nice grassy common areas. Full hook ups were nice to have, but the camp spots were very tight."

    "It is a pleasant, scenic, rural highway-side campground.  We stayed in early May en route from Bozeman to Moab. "

    10. Lakeside Lodge & Resort

    2 Reviews
    Island Park, ID
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (208) 558-9770

    $20 - $360 / night

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Cabin Reviews near Spencer, ID

92 Reviews of 23 Spencer Campgrounds


  • B
    Jul. 4, 2022

    Yellowstone RV Park at Mack’s Inn

    Love this place

    You can find an RV park closer to Yellowstone, but you’d be hard pressed to find one nicer. The people running it are salt of the earth good folks. The laundry and restrooms are nice and clean. The spaces are shaded with picnic tables and fire pits. Perfect playground and easy access to the river for kayaking or paddle boarding.

  • V
    Aug. 22, 2021

    Henrys Lake State Park Campground

    Stunning views, close to Yellowstone NP

    You're greeted by friendly Idaho State Parks volunteers at the kiosk and given a brief rundown about the park including easy to follow directions to your campsite.

    There are hiking trails with great views of the lake and wildlife. Bring your camera and binoculars because the bird watching is phenomenal.

    The park is very clean and well maintained. Each RV site has electricity and shared access to water or individual water depending on the site. Each RV site is paved and has a fire ring. The sites are very nicely spaced.

    Caddis Loop sites have water and power and 8 sites have sewer, but half or more of the sites are not level. Adams and Blue Dun loops have power, water, trees and most sites are level.

    Restrooms and showers are cleaned daily and restocked throughout the day.

    Impressively, 99.9% of campers do a good job picking up after themselves. Trash is picked up daily at 930am at your campsite. There are no dumpsters.

    The campground dump station is out of service for the 2021 season. There was a notice warning about that on the reservation website. The park has 8 sites with sewer connections that cannot be shared, so plan accordingly.

    The resident park ranger is very pleasant as are the resident volunteers that do the bulk of the park maintenance and cleaning.

  • Bebe R.
    Aug. 26, 2020

    Flat Rock (idaho)

    PERFECT SPOT

    Its right of Hwy 20 easy In and Out...Perfect Campground for staying overnight going to or leaving Yellowstone...We paid $17 for 1 night with electric & water...No Dump Station..No Showers..Picnic Tables & Fire Rings available on each site...Host sells wood for $6 a bundle...and extremely friendly & welcoming..Have fun & Safe Travels!

  • A
    Jan. 2, 2018

    Henrys Lake State Park Campground

    This place would have been close to perfect had it not been so buggy when the winds slowed

    Upon our arrival at this campsite we were met with the most spectacular sunsets. The views of three mountain passes and the haze and cloud cover from a forest fire in the distance provided great views. It was windy at times so that limited the cooking we were able to do over an open fire like we typically would. One of the things that we did was purchase a new grill which the boys put together soon after our arrival. L did a bunch of the work and did a great job following the instructions. The campsite had an older section and a newer section. We didn't know this when we booked the site and was fortunate enough to get in the "new" section where the sites and driveway was paved and had new showers and restrooms. Had it not been for the windy conditions this might have been the perfect campsite. 

    There was a boat launch at the campsite and the lake offers boat rentals from a neighboring marina. The rivers provided better fishing due to the high winds but the views didn't disappoint. On a positive note, the winds kept the bugs away. When the winds died down, the bugs made an appearance and were in plentiful supply.  

    I am in favor of returning again, it was 15 miles from the West Yellowstone entrance in Montana. So you had easy access to grocery stores, gas stations, as well as one of the most beautiful National Parks in the country.  

    The view above is of the restroom/shower area. If you look closely, you'll see L near the building. On the roof of the building was a Peregrine Falcon! That happens to be the first one he's seen in the wild up close. He's seen them flying but much further in the distance. He was so incredibly happy that he was able to observe this bird of prey up close.  

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 28, 2019

    Henrys Lake State Park Campground

    Very nice campground on a lake

    Nice campground right on a lake and close to the west entrance to Yellowstone Smallish state park (44 sites plus several cabins) right on Henry’s Lake. Located 16 miles from West Yellowstone, MT (and the west entrance to Yellowstone NP), it is a nice quiet place to camp but with easy access to the park. We camped here for three nights and our site (35) had a view of the water but in my opinion, Site 33 is the best as you have an unobstructed view of the lake. We reserved our site in March for July and are glad we did as the campground was full. Sites are either electric and water or electric with access to water. The bath/shower house in the Blue Dun Loop was new and immaculate (I dropped my soap in the shower and had no qualms about picking it up and using!) However, they are still working out the kinks and there was a sign warning that there may not be hot water; I had one hot shower and one cold one! I saw single kayaks near the dock which I assume were available for rentals although we did not inquire further. I highly recommend a day trip to Upper Mesa Falls (your camping tag will give you access with no additional fee) and/or Earthquake Lake. We did both in one day. Lots of families with kids and apart from the rude campers next to us who arrived at 1:00 am running their diesel engine for 45 minutes while they set up, it was very quiet after dark. I would give this campground 5 stars except for lack of privacy between sites and not a lot of shade and it was HOT in July.

  • Haylea A.
    Jul. 17, 2018

    Flat Rock (idaho)

    One of my favorites! Take it from a religious camper

    This is a busy campground. It is perfect for floating, fly fishing, and ATV riders. I even got some good mountain biking in. There is a canoe/float rental right next door. Despite all the activity - the sites feel more secluded than most camp grounds and are nothing less than relaxing! No showers but there are bear boxes every couple of spots and running water. Pit toliets and we paid $15/night. Only planned on staying one night - ended up staying two!

  • Trevor S.
    May. 8, 2024

    Warm Slough

    Good for the price($0)

    As many free sites are it hasn’t been maintained or respected by those who use it. There’s trash all over and broken glass in the pit toilet. But there’s some picnic tables and fire pits and plenty of space.

  • A
    Jul. 27, 2022

    Wakeside Lake RV Park

    Nice RV park

    It's on Wakeside Lake in Rexburg. The lake is good for boating, or if you have a paddle board that would be fun. The sites are level gravel and full hookups, 30 Amp. Most sites are shades.

    Nice laundry facility, bathrooms and showers.

    They have glamping tents, and cabins available on Airbnb

  • m
    Jul. 9, 2021

    Beaverhead National Forest Wade Lake Campground and Picnic Area

    Fun for the family

    Beautiful lake - looks like the Caribbean in Montana! Somewhat close to West Yellowstone for those visiting national parks. Odd campsites required reservations (even if you show up and there’s one open for the night, the sign says you still have to go to recreation.gov and reserve it) and Even sites are first come first serve. Small campground and relatively small parking lot but we went on Monday July 5th and it wasn’t busy! Excellent spot to kayak or use a small boat but it’s all BYO, no rentals anywhere nearby that we saw. Mostly families enjoying a laid back lake day. Picnic tables first come first serve for day use.


Guide to Spencer

Camping cabins near Spencer, Idaho sit at approximately 5,900 feet elevation, positioned near the Continental Divide in the eastern part of the state. This high-elevation location experiences significant temperature variations between day and night, even during summer months. Winter access to many cabin sites requires snowmobiles or specialized vehicles from December through April.

What to do

Fishing at Henrys Lake State Park: The park offers excellent fishing opportunities with some campers noting the exceptional conditions. One visitor mentioned, "Beautiful lake setting, surrounded by snow capped mountains even in July, great fishing, boating, hiking and nature walking" while another called it "a true gem" with "full service spots" that "are a nice size with a great view of the lake."

Paddling at Wade Lake Campground: Located within driving distance from Spencer, this lake has remarkably clear water. A visitor noted: "Crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches – surrounded by mountains in the middle of Montana, this place has absolutely stunning scenery." Paddleboarding and kayaking are popular activities, with one camper emphasizing it's "a bit of dirt road driving" but worth it for "two of the most beautifully colored blue lakes I have seen!"

Hiking near Warm Slough: This free camping area provides access to multiple hiking trails. A camper wrote, "We took a walk around in the surrounding hills, saw tons of cows and what was definitely a grizzly." Another visitor mentioned, "There's also a resident moose!" The area offers varied terrain suitable for different skill levels.

What campers like

Peace and quiet: Many cabin campers appreciate the solitude available at more remote sites. At Warm Slough, a visitor noted it was "quiet and peaceful" and "we spent 2 nights here in between trips to Yellowstone and Tetons due to winter road closures. Great spot to hang out outside of Rexburg."

Cabin amenities at Jolley Camper RV & Cottages: These cabins provide a comfortable base with nice views. A visitor wrote: "Small cottonwood shaded sites adjacent to farmland and Teton views. Clean bathrooms with warm comfortable showers." Another camper noted, "We had full hookup. Ashton is a quaint little town with a hardware store, coffee shop, and a drive-in diner."

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Cabin sites throughout the region offer chances to observe native wildlife. At Flat Rock, a camper reported, "One near encounter with a bear. Beautiful night sky. Easy access to the river. So clean." The camp host at this site received praise for checking on everyone after brief storms.

What you should know

Seasonal availability varies: Many cabin facilities have limited seasons. At Buffalo Run Campground, a visitor noted they have "seats open while most other places are closed after Oct 1." Most higher elevation cabins close by mid-October due to snow.

Road conditions can be challenging: Some of the more remote cabins require preparation for rough roads. A visitor to Antone Cabin wrote, "It took us a very long time to get to the cabin, and the forest road in was several miles of ruts and herds of cows blocking the road. It took triple the time we expected to arrive."

Services are limited: Stock up before arrival as rural locations have minimal services. A camper at Warm Slough recommended: "Pro tip: don't try to find this location using Apple Maps. iOS will take you to the main road and that's it. Then you have to hunt for the dirt road that goes to Warm Slough."

Tips for camping with families

Water activities for kids: Lakes and rivers provide natural entertainment for children. At Wakeside Lake RV Park, a visitor reported, "My kids loved playing in the lake" and noted the "site was large and shaded by beautiful mature trees."

Space for outdoor games: Look for cabins with open areas for play. At Henrys Lake State Park Campground, a camper shared: "It's a pretty huge campground. We didn't even realize it until we wandered through for an evening walk and saw the entire other section. My kids loved riding their bikes around the campsites."

Wind protection is important: Several campers noted strong winds at higher elevations. One visitor to Henrys Lake State Park warned: "Be advised that the winds can be very strong there, so make sure you stake your tents well." This applies to securing items around cabin sites as well.

Tips from RVers

Electrical capacity varies: Many cabin sites with electrical hookups have limitations. At Wakeside Lake RV Park, a camper noted: "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."

Road access considerations: For those towing RVs to cabin areas, accessibility is crucial. At Flat Rock, a visitor mentioned: "We fit our 33' pull behind easily. Close to the main road so you can hear traffic but it was tolerable!" while another noted it's "right off Hwy 20 easy In and Out."

Check renovation status: Some campgrounds with cabin options are undergoing improvements. A Buffalo Run Campground visitor stated: "This will be a great campground in a few months. With great facilities and a restaurant. Call and see if it's all done."

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