About 1.5 miles from Lava Hot Springs, this Idaho Department of Fish and Game access site along the Portneuf River has roughly 10 designated dispersed spots, most accommodating two vehicles, with at least one pull-through that fits a truck and 30-foot trailer. Sites are fenced and defined, not the open free-for-all older satellite imagery suggests. Amenities include metal fire rings and picnic tables at most spots, vault toilets, and cell service. No shade and gravel tent pads are notable drawbacks. Train traffic runs frequently from evening onward, so light sleepers should factor that in. The site works best for anglers, RV travelers, and campers who want river access without driving far from town.
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Map & DirectionsPortneuf Lower Sportsmen's Access is located in Idaho near Lava Hot Springs
Coordinates
42.64145101 N
112.005512 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/28/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 7/28/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/28/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 37 min from Pocatello, ID
- 1 hr 9 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 1 hr 21 min from Logan, UT
- 1 hr 33 min from Ogden, UT
