Riverside
Riverside Campground is on the banks of the Henry's Fork of the Snake River, just 15 miles north of Ashton, Idaho. Beautiful Island Park is nearby, where visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring local trails.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 34 |
| Group sites | 1 |
| Host/management | 23 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
35 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 | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B002 | B | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| B003 | B | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| B004 | B | Standard | Pull-through | 35 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| B005 | B | Standard | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| B006 | B | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| B007 | B | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| B008 | B | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| B009 | B | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| B010 | B | Standard | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| B011 | B | Standard | Pull-through | 35 | 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 | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites B002, B003, B004, B005 and 19 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers one group site that can accommodate up to 40 people. Several single family sites are also available, each equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and grill. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided but there is no electricity. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Gas and groceries are 8 miles away.
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 or Riverside (ID - Targhee), Caribou-Targhee National Forest - Recreation.gov |
| Fees | Single Site $ 25.00. Double Site $ 50.00. Group Area $ 75.00. Extra Vehicle (ea.) $ 7.00 |
| Rules | No ATVs or OHVs allowed. |
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Getting there
From Ashton, Idaho, travel north on Highway 20 for 15 miles, take Riverside Campground turnoff, travel 1 mile to the campground entrance.
| Coordinates | 44.2664° N, 111.4581° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 32 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Eagle's Curios ↗ | 32.4 mi |
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Worth a stop
Island Park has outdoor activities for visitors of all ages. Hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, horseback riding and ATV trails crisscross the area. Island Park Reservoir and Henry's Lake are nearby, with boat ramps, fish cleaning stations, boating, water skiing and fishing. Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are close enough for a day trip. Both parks offer hiking and fishing in breathtaking natural settings.
- 6.5 miLast Chance Fisherman Access Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 8.4 miWest End Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 10.7 miBox Canyon Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 11.3 miButtermilk Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 4 miLast Chance Trail4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 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
Caribou-Targhee National Forest begins about 14 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 14 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.
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Natural features
The campground is situated along the Henry's Fork at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Lodgepole pines provide partial shade and aspens dot the landscape. Summer wildflowers are abundant. A variety of wildlife, including moose and deer, is frequently spotted throughout the area.
Recreation
Henry's Fork has great fly-fishing for rainbow and brook trout. Tubing, canoeing, kayaking and rafting are also popular activities on the river.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Riverside?
Sites at Riverside are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 or Riverside (ID - Targhee), Caribou-Targhee National Forest - Recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Riverside?
Single Site $ 25.00. Double Site $ 50.00. Group Area $ 75.00.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Riverside?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Riverside open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Riverside have?
58 sites, including 34 standard sites without power and 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Riverside?
The longest site here provides 40 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
Are pets allowed at Riverside?
Yes, pets are allowed at Riverside. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Riverside?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. No ATVs or OHVs allowed.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Riverside?
Sites B002, B003, B004, and B005 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 23 sites in all. 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 Riverside?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Riverside?
Henry's Fork has great fly-fishing for rainbow and brook trout. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Riverside is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Box Canyon Campground (9.1 mi, first-come), Grandview Campground (Idaho) (9.5 mi), and Buttermilk (11.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby