Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near American Falls, ID
Nestled in Southeast Idaho, American Falls serves as a gateway to diverse camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts of all types. For RV campers, the scenic American Falls Reservoir boasts several well-equipped campgrounds, offering electric hookups, clean restrooms, and breathtaking views of the expansive waters surrounded by rolling hills. Tent campers can explore the picturesque landscapes of Massacre Rocks State Park, where shaded sites near the Snake River provide access to hiking trails and the fascinating geological formations that give the park its name. For the adventurous spirit, dispersed camping is available within the nearby Caribou-Targhee National Forest, allowing for a back-to-nature experience amidst dense forests and stunning mountain vistas. The local geography features a blend of open plains, rugged terrain, and sparkling lakes, perfect for fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching. Whether you prefer the amenities of organized campgrounds or the solitude of dispersed sites, American Falls offers a variety of unforgettable camping experiences amidst Idaho's natural beauty.
Paris Springs Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 31 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 6,528 feet. There are a total of 12 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 50 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 $17.00 to $100.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports, rock climbing.
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.
Willow Flat Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (58 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 6,082 feet. There are a total of 54 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. 49 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 75 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 $120.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
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.
Cloverleaf Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 26 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 6,913 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 16 and 40 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 $75.00. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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.
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.
Porcupine Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (1 hr 24 min northeast of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 6,758 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. 6 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 32 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Albert Moser Campground is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (43 min north of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 5,268 feet. There are a total of 9 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 25 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 $17.00 to $32.00. Activities include fishing, horseback riding, 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.
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.
Cub River Guard Station is located in the Montpelier Ranger District, Caribou-Targhee National Forest (46 min north of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 5,450 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $100.00 per night. Activities include fishing, horseback riding.
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.
Smoky Mountain Campground is part of Castle Rocks State Park in Idaho (2 hrs 3 min west of Logan, UT) with an elevation of 5,565 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 42 and 60 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. All sites have electric and water hookups. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, horseback riding, 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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