The best waterfall campgrounds near Malad City, Idaho

Looking to get away and explore the great outdoors near Malad City, Idaho? Hipcamp has over 226 camping options just for you. Whether you prefer pitching a tent or parking your RV, we've got you covered. Check out top-rated campsites like The Park at Swan Valley (100 reviews), Granite Creek Ranch (60 reviews), and Lazy 6-T Ranch (36 reviews). With popular amenities like showers, pet-friendly areas, and toilets, you'll have all the comforts of home. And if you're an adventure seeker, you'll love our popular activities including hiking, off-roading (OHV), and even surfing. So pack your bags and experience the beauty of nature in Malad City, Idaho with Hipcamp.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Malad City

Looking to get away and explore the great outdoors near Malad City, Idaho? Hipcamp has over 226 camping options just for you. Whether you prefer pitching a tent or parking your RV, we've got you covered. Check out top-rated campsites like The Park at Swan Valley (100 reviews), Granite Creek Ranch (60 reviews), and Lazy 6-T Ranch (36 reviews). With popular amenities like showers, pet-friendly areas, and toilets, you'll have all the comforts of home. And if you're an adventure seeker, you'll love our popular activities including hiking, off-roading (OHV), and even surfing. So pack your bags and experience the beauty of nature in Malad City, Idaho with Hipcamp.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Malad City

1. Bristol Park Historic Cabins

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32mi from Malad City · 4 sites · Lodging

Bristol is bordered by the Portneuf River to the North and Mt Moh to the South, offering river access and a host of trails. Fishing in the river is great, boasting rainbow, cut throat, brook and brown trout. There's also a few great swimming holes right below the property, including a 15 ft. waterfall. Guests may hike trails to the old mines, or be directed to a plethora of trails for biking nearby. The setting at Bristol is uniquely peaceful for the busy tourist town of Lava Hot Springs. Although still technically within city limits, the place offers an atmosphere of it's own, seemingly outside of time. Once a miners camp and stage coach stop along the Oregon Trail, we have worked hard to maintain the buildings and grounds. With an abundance of trees, (bonus if you can name all varieties) the main compound is well shaded through the hot summer months. Our single room, quaint cabins have a shared bathroom with showers and towels available. We are a minutes walk from the hot springs and downtown, so no need to fight for a parking spot!

2. Caribou National Forest

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270 sites · Idaho

The smaller of the two parks in Caribou-Targhee National Forests, Caribou is a welterweight not to be underestimated. Just south of its older brother, this land spans Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho, and is a crucial spot for supporting caribou populations. None of the animals here are bashful: bison, moose, deer, mountain lions, falcons, elk, and even black bears abound! Beautiful to snap shot from a distance. Just south of the forest, Bear Lake is a fun spot to take a dip after you hike one of Caribou’s dozens of peaks (Mead Peak and Hawks Peak have gorgeous views, as does Big Elk Mountain at the northern tip of the park). At the south end, you’ll find campgrounds, fast flowing creeks, and the Minnetonka Cave at St. Charles Canyon. This is a site to see, but it stays 40 degrees down there all year so be sure to pack a coat, even if you’re sweating above ground. When you’re done, stop in the charming small town of Montpelier, surrounded by rolling hills and full of retro grocers and kitschy eateries. Yum!

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3. Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

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2666 sites · Levan, Utah

2.1 million acres of unique wilderness scenery just begging to be explored.

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Public campgrounds near Malad City

Third Creek Group Campground

6.5mi from Malad City · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Caribou National Forest

Dry Canyon Campground

11mi from Malad City · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in Caribou National Forest

Malad Summit Campground

11mi from Malad City · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Caribou National Forest

Malad Summit Guard Station

11mi from Malad City · 1 site · in Caribou National Forest

Albert Moser Campground

29mi from Malad City · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Caribou National Forest

Cub River Guard Station

30mi from Malad City · 1 site · in Caribou National Forest

Marijuana Flat Campground

30mi from Malad City · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Caribou National Forest

High Creek Campground

30mi from Malad City · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Willow Flat Campground

32mi from Malad City · 54 sites · Tents, RVs · in Caribou National Forest

Smithfield Campground

34mi from Malad City · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

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Scout Mountain Campground

35mi from Malad City · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Caribou National Forest

Egan Basin Guard Station

36mi from Malad City · 1 site · in Caribou National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Brianne

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Bristol Park Historic Cabins

I loved the whole vibe of the place. Cute little touches every where, like a pair of old ice skates hanging on a bannister. Breakfast was amazing, and so was the coffee. Rooms where small and cozy. Bathrooms were rustic, could use a little dusting from floor to ceiling, but clean towels and a great shower. Will definitely be back!!

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Lisa

July 2025

1 night at Bristol Park Historic Cabins

This place was awesome! So quaint. Hosts were very nice and I enjoyed breakfast with local fresh cherries!

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Allison

May 2025

With pets

2 nights at Bristol Park Historic Cabins

I loved staying at bristol cabins and so did my pup. It was a beautiful property along the river. We felt welcomed and free to use the facilities. It was a step up from camping and exactly what we were looking for.