Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Riverside, ID
Nestled in the stunning landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, Riverside, ID, offers a variety of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes. For RV adventurers, Ponderosa State Park provides full hook-up sites surrounded by towering trees and breathtaking views of Payette Lake, perfect for those seeking comfort amidst nature. Tent campers can indulge in the rustic charm of Heavens Gate Campground, where shaded sites boast proximity to hiking trails and fishing spots along the beautiful Payette River, ideal for family-friendly excursions. For those seeking true solitude, dispersed camping opportunities abound in the surrounding national forests, such as the Payette National Forest, where visitors can experience the serenity of a remote mountain escape, surrounded by the sounds of nature. The area’s diverse geography—from rolling hills to dense woods and pristine rivers—creates a picturesque backdrop for any camping adventure. Whether you prefer the amenities of a campground or the wild openness of dispersed sites, Riverside, ID, is your gateway to an unforgettable outdoor experience.
Malad Summit Campground is located in the Westside Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr south of Pocatello, ID) with an elevation of 6,199 feet. There are a total of 4 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 125 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $80.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Falls Campground is located in the Palisades Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (51 min east of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 5,286 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. 24 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 120 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $60.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Calamity Campground is located in the Palisades Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 15 min east of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 5,663 feet. There are a total of 40 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. 37 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 99 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Big Springs - Caribou Campground is located in the Westside Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 12 min east of Pocatello, ID) with an elevation of 6,329 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. 14 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $80.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Emigration Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 10 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 7,192 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 58 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $100.00. Some amenities include accessible, restroom, amphitheater, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Scout Mountain Campground is located in the Westside Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (31 min southeast of Pocatello, ID) with an elevation of 6,530 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 45 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $80.00. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Mike Harris Campground is located in the Teton Basin Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 19 min east of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 6,557 feet. There are a total of 27 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $17.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Summit View Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 37 min east of Pocatello, ID) with an elevation of 7,197 feet. There are a total of 21 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to the beginning of September. 20 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $17.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Alpine North Loop Campground is located in the Palisades Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 17 min east of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 5,697 feet. There are a total of 19 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $20.00 to $60.00. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Trail Creek Campground is located in the Teton Basin Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 19 min east of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 6,690 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $17.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Caribou Mountain Guard Station is located in the Soda Springs Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 30 min southeast of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 6,435 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $60.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Johnson Guard Station is located in the Soda Springs Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (2 hrs 4 min east of Pocatello, ID) with an elevation of 6,943 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $60.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Curlew Campground is located in the Westside Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 12 min west of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 4,613 feet. There are a total of 6 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding.
Loristica Group is located in the Lost River Ranger District, Salmon-Challis National Forest (1 hr 54 min west of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 7,770 feet. The site is normally open from mid June to mid September. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include hiking trails.
Eight Mile Guard Station is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 23 min east of Pocatello, ID) with an elevation of 6,232 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $100.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Lake Walcott Campground is part of Lake Walcott State Park in Idaho (1 hr 57 min southwest of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 4,208 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites including 15 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 21 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 95 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 21 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $21.00 to $33.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Massacre Rocks Campground is part of Massacre Rocks State Park in Idaho (1 hr 13 min southwest of Idaho Falls, ID) with an elevation of 4,300 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 135 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 37 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has water hookups. Fees range from $21.00 to $33.00. Some amenities include shower, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Lava Flow Campground is part of Craters of the Moon National Monument in Idaho (1 hr 39 min northwest of Pocatello, ID) with an elevation of 5,872 feet. There are a total of 42 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs between 25 and 50 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 1 site has electric hookups. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater. Activities include hiking trails, rock climbing.
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