Independence Lakes Campground

In

Sawtooth National Forest

5 sites · RV, Tent

Drive on up to Independence Lakes Campground, the only accessible alpine lake in southern Idaho! While the rocky terrain doesn’t yield many campsites, there’s a few good no-reservation required spots to use as your base camp for day-hiking the 3.1 miles to the lake. Don’t worry—the top-notch fishing and incredible views make it totally worth the sore calves and dirty boots.

What this place offers

Campfire allowed

Pets allowed

No showers

Toilets

No potable water

Picnic tables

No sewage hookups

No electric hookups

First come, first served

RV, Tent

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Country Flare

27mi from Independence Lakes Campground · 4 sites · RVs · Rupert, ID

Minidoka County Fairgrounds: The fairgrounds are located East of Rupert encompassing an area of approximately sixty-five acres. The grounds includes a rodeo arena, display buildings (antique building, a commercial building, 4-H building), and open air pavilion for livestock shows, family reunions, and other community events. Hidden behind the main grounds is our small and quaint campground in a groomed grassy field. with a spectacular view of Mount Harrison. The Minidoka County Fair held the first week in August and includes a full week of events including entertainment, open class exhibits, food, rodeo, 4-H and FFA livestock shows. Numerous events are held at the fairgrounds throughout the year including Moto-X races, rodeos, auctions, 4-H events. weddings, horseshows, family reunions, and more. Note-Dates have been blocked for these events. We are fortunate to have this multi-purpose facility for use in our community.

City of Rocks RV

9.3mi from Independence Lakes Campground · 29 sites · Tents, RVs · Oakley, ID

City of Rocks RV offers wide open mountain views at the entrance to the City of Rocks National Reserve. We provide partial hookups (water and electric 20/30/50), "Big Rig" pull-thru sites, Pioneer Bathrooms (rustic outhouse), and the beauty and seclusion of the Silent City of Rocks and the Almo Valley. We now have free wifi. Seasonal heated outdoor shower is free to guests May-October. We also have tent sites available. Enjoy our new enclosed, leash free, dog play area. We are conveniently located just outside the entrance to the Park on the City of Rocks Road. Big Rig access has always been limited in the City of Rocks so we made every site large with pull thru access. Public RV dump station is only 1 mile away. Whether you are here to climb, camp, hike, snowshoe, bird, fish, hunt, stargaze, relax, or all the above, we offer the ideal base-camp. We hope to see you soon!

City of Rocks Cabin Retreat

21mi from Independence Lakes Campground · 2 sites · Lodging · Malta, UT

Learn more about this land: Beautiful rural cabin nestled at the opening of the canyon. Very private. Great hiking, off roading and atvs, hot springs, City of Rocks National monument 10 minutes away.

City of Rocks Camp & Climb

9.3mi from Independence Lakes Campground · 65 sites · Tents, RVs · Almo, ID

City of Rocks Camp and Climb offers big spaces located off the main highway across the street from the City of Rocks National Reserve Headquarters. We are centrally located between the City of Rocks National Reserve and Castle Rocks State Park. We offer back in partial hook-up (power (20/30/50) and water) spots, pull through dry camp spots and tent spots. We have two self- contained toilets and showers and free Wi-Fi. Public RV dump station is only 1 mile away. Whether you are here to climb, camp, hike, snowshoe, bird, fish, hunt, stargaze, relax, or all the above, we offer the ideal base-camp. We are continuously working on landscaping improvements to make your future stays even better. *We are privately owned and not affiliated with the City of Rocks National Reserve.

🌲 River Lodge Resort 🏕

22mi from Independence Lakes Campground · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Heyburn, ID

The River Lodge Resort property is just under 4 acres on the river with 200 feet of river frontage. There is a dock for guest use and a shallow area with stairs to it for wading and kayak/Paddleboard launch. There are lifejackets, towels, chairs and tables in the small barn by the river for guest use. Lots of pine trees for tent camping and plenty of gravel area for RV parking. There are two private homes on the property as well (owners and guest house). Learn more about this land: Riverside camping has 200 feet of river frontage. You can camp away from the river’s edge & enjoy playing in river some terrain is sloped. Loose gravel RV parking also available. There is one outdoor, half bathroom (no shower). We have a dock available for guest use. We have three kayaks and two paddle boards available for guest use as well as lifejackets. No lifeguard on duty! There is a designated fire pit by the river. Sunsets are beautiful and mornings are peaceful, afternoons sound like a little bit of a party with all the boats on the water. You definitely get the feeling you’re on vacation here. Close to City of Rocks, mountainous bike trails, side-by-side riding, hiking, snowshoeing, skiing, golf course just across the river and plenty of water sports. No boat launch on property.

Hales Hideaway

10mi from Independence Lakes Campground · 2 sites · Lodging · Oakley, ID

Learn more about this land: Oakley is a Great town to visit. Oakley features Victorian style houses built in the 1800s which are very amazing to look at. There’s also a great new swimming pool and park to visit with a playground. We are also located 15 minutes away from the world famous City of Rocks National Park and Castle Rocks National Park. We have beautiful sunsets almost every night. We also are 10 minutes away from the Oakley Reservoir which has great fishing and kayaking there’s plenty of mountain roads to adventure on and see wildlife.

Rock Wren Hideway

5.9mi from Independence Lakes Campground · 6 sites · Lodging · Elba, ID

READY TO CAMP WITHOUT THE HASSLE?Our staff at Rock Wren Hideaway is here to take care of the details so you can play your heart out! Our campground is an idyllic stretch of southern Idaho and we aim to take care of the necessities so you can be free to experience the gorgeous natural scenery and more fully and deeply connect with your loved ones. Come see why Rock Wren Hideaway is a great place to spend some time away from it all.

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What this place offers

Campfire allowed

Pets allowed

No showers

Toilets

No potable water

Picnic tables

No sewage hookups

No electric hookups

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