Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area
Located far from any ocean, the St. Anthony Sand Dunes appears as a rolling sea of sand on the eastern edge of Idaho’s volcanic Snake River Plain. These vast dunes are the largest in Idaho. They blanket an area approximately 20 miles long and 5 miles wide and range from 50 to 400 feet high. This 10,600-acre playground of shifting, white quartz sand is known for its unique beauty and exceptional space for off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts, hikers and equestrians. Picnicking, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing and camping opportunities are also available. The best time to visit is spring through fall. Summer temperatures cause sands to reach over 100 degrees.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| overnight shelter electric | 48 |
Site guide
48 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-1 | Partial | 50 amp | No / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | Preferred | |
| A-2 | Partial | 50 amp | No / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | Preferred | |
| A-3 | Partial | 50 amp | No / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | Preferred | |
| A-4 | Partial | 50 amp | No / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| A-5 | Partial | 50 amp | No / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | Preferred | |
| A-6 | Partial | 50 amp | No / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | Preferred | |
| A-7 | Partial | 50 amp | No / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | Preferred | |
| A-8 | Partial | 50 amp | No / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | Preferred | |
| A-9 | Partial | 50 amp | No / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
| B-1 | Partial | 50 amp | No / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 72 ft |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Camping Fees: A sites-$90/night, B sites-$50/night and C sites-$35/night, $10.00 per use of RV dump stations. Day Use Fees: $10.00 per vehicle/per day or there is a $80.00 season pass--can be purchased from camp host at Egin Lakes or at the Upper Snake Field Office in Idaho Falls. |
| Accessibility | Sites A-4, A-9, B-19, C-13 are listed accessible |
Facilities: 48 site developed campground, each site has electric hookup, picnic shelter, fire ring, and table. 3 parking areas include day use, overflow, and equestrian. The remaining 22 sites are first come, first served. Other facilities include fee station, OHV unloading ramp, 7 water hydrants, restrooms (6 double vaults), RV dump station, concessions, and 3 picnic sites with shelters. Contact station area: Law enforcement, EMS, and Idaho Air Rescue Regulations: Safety flags, annual OHV sticker; designated routes, ride only in open sand and observe all posted signs; no glass containers; all riders under age 18 must wear helmets (ID state law).
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Address: 1525 E 500 N, St.Anthony, ID 83445. Located 35 miles north of Idaho F alls, Idaho. From US-20 northbound, take the North Rexburg #337 exit. Turn left onto 1900 E. (Salem Highway). Travel 6.3 miles north to the 2nd flashing light (at the 4-way) to St. Anthony Sand Dunes. Turn left and travel 0.85 miles to the split in the road.
| Nearest town | St. Anthony, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 43.9563° N, 111.8525° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Reservations are available at recreation.gov for 26 of the 48 campsites.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor Resource Center ↗ | 9.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 29.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World of Idaho Falls ↗ | 34 mi |
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Worth a stop
The campground is within a couple of hours drive from Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.
- 0.4 miEgin Lakes Cg Day Use Area ↗Day use
Public land it sits in
Caribou-Targhee National Forest begins about 6.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 6.2 miCaribou-Targhee National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,077,758 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Idaho State Industrial School Women's DormitoryBuilding · St. Anthony · 6.6 mi
- St. Anthony Pegram Truss Railroad BridgeStructure · St. Anthony · 6.7 mi
- Fremont County CourthouseBuilding · St. Anthony · 8.4 mi
Natural features
This 10,600-acre playground of shifting, white quartz sand is known for its unique beauty and exceptional space for off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts, hikers and equestrians. The dunes are an important environment for a variety of plants and animals. The sand dunes themselves may appear lifeless, but they harbor three unique and sensitive species: the Saint Anthony evening primrose and two species of beetle. The dunes are ringed by thousands of acres of native grasses, junipers and sagebrush that provide habitat for sage-grouse and critical winter range for elk, mule deer and moose.
Recreation
The campground sites have electric pedestals, access to water hydrant, campfire rings, picnic tables and a vault toilet. There are numerous opportunities to go hiking, biking, horseback riding and ride off-road vehicles in the area.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area?
Camping Fees: A sites-$90/night, B sites-$50/night and C sites-$35/night, $10.00 per use of RV dump stations. Day Use Fees: $10.00 per vehicle/per day or there is a $80.00 season pass--can be purchased from camp host at Egin Lakes or at the Upper Snake Field Office in Idaho Falls.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area have?
48 sites, including 48 overnight shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area?
The longest site here provides 72 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area?
Other facilities include fee station, OHV unloading ramp, 7 water hydrants, restrooms (6 double vaults), RV dump station, concessions, and 3 picnic sites with shelters.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area?
Yes, pets are allowed at Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area?
Sites A-4, A-9, B-19, and C-13 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Egin Lakes Campground/Day Use Area?
The campground sites have electric pedestals, access to water hydrant, campfire rings, picnic tables and a vault toilet. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation