Falls Campground
Falls Campground is located next to the Snake River in beautiful Swan Valley at an elevation of 5,100 feet. Idaho Falls, Idaho is just 45 miles west. Visitors enjoy fishing and canoeing on the Snake and viewing local wildlife.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 23 |
| RV, no hookups | 1 |
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 120 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
25 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS-1 | Group | Group | 60 | Gravel | 150 / 60 | Yes | ||
| 001 | SNG/DBL | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 002 | SNG/DBL | RV | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 003 | SNG/DBL | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Full | 16 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | SNG/DBL | Standard | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 005 | SNG/DBL | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 006 | SNG/DBL | Standard | Pull-through | 120 | Gravel | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | SNG/DBL | Standard | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | SNG/DBL | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 009 | SNG/DBL | Standard | Back-in | 37 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 120 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers one group site that can accommodate up to 150 people. Several single sites are also available, all with picnic tables, campfire rings and grills. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided, but there is no electricity. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Roads and parking spurs are gravel.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May |
| Forest | Caribou-Targhee National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at www.recreation.gov |
| Fees | $12/Night for single unit, $24/Night for double unit, $6/Night for extra vehicle. Group Site: $50/Night up to 35 people, $1/person thereafter. |
| Rules | No ATVs or ORVs allowed at campsites, an established parking area is available. All equipment must fit on the site pad. Vehicles must be parked in developed areas only. |
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Getting there
From Idaho Falls, travel 45 miles east on Highway 26. Turn off right before the Snake River Bridge and continue 3.5 miles on a gravel road to the campground.
| Coordinates | 43.4325° N, 111.3625° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
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| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 30.7 mi |
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Trails nearby
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- 2.1 miEcho/Indian Creek ↗7.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.2 miJim Hill2.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 2.5 miLittle Currant1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.8 miFlat Iron2.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.8 miIndian Creek ↗8.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Caribou-Targhee National Forest.
- inCaribou-Targhee National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,077,758 acres
- 13.8 miBridger-Teton National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,466,359 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.
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Natural features
The campground is situated alongside the Snake River among cottonwood trees, which provide partial shade. Grassy meadows and summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Wildlife is plentiful in the river bottom. Eagles, osprey, moose and deer are frequently spotted. Fall Creek Falls is less than 1/4 mile from the campground. This scenic cascade drops 60 feet over a travertine outcropping on the river's edge. It is visible from some parts of the campground.
Recreation
The Snake River offers excellent cutthroat trout fishing, canoeing, floating, rafting and kayaking. Conant Boat Ramp is nearby and open to the public.
Nearby
Palisades Reservoir is less than 20 miles from Falls Campground, with great boating, water skiing, canoeing, fishing and swimming. The Fall Creek area has many trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback and ATV riding.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Falls Campground?
Sites at Falls Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at www.recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Falls Campground?
$12/Night for single unit, $24/Night for double unit, $6/Night for extra vehicle. Group Site: $50/Night up to 35 people, $1/person thereafter.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Falls Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Falls Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Falls Campground have?
25 sites, including 23 standard sites without power, 1 RV site without hookups, and 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Falls Campground?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Can I have a campfire at Falls Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. No ATVs or ORVs allowed at campsites, an established parking area is available.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Falls Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, 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 Falls Campground?
The Snake River offers excellent cutthroat trout fishing, canoeing, floating, rafting and kayaking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Falls Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Palisades Creek Campground (7.9 mi, first-come), Riverside Park Campground (10.1 mi, first-come), and Calamity (10.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby