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Blackfoot Reservoir Campground

Blackfoot River — lakeside, fishing

Location: Soda Springs, ID, ID

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$20 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (9 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Blackfoot Reservoir Campground is managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and is located on the southwest end of the Blackfoot Reservoir. The Reservoir covers 18,000 surface acres when full and is the second largest reservoir in southeastern Idaho. The campground has an annual fee season from May 15th - September 15th and is equipped with 16 fully developed campsites, 12 standard campsites, 6 day-use sites, 2 boat ramps, and an RV dump station.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/blackfoot-reservoir-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Blackfoot Reservoir Campground offers access to Idaho's second largest reservoir with 18,000 surface acres for boating, fishing, and water sports. The BLM-managed facility provides 28 total sites including fully developed and standard options at an affordable $10/night rate.

Wildlife alert: Moose and American Badgers present in the area; American White Pelicans, Red-tailed Hawks, Canada Geese, and Cliff Swallows commonly observed within 8km.

Insider tips for Blackfoot Reservoir Campground: Book early as this is a popular federal campground with limited availability Campground has 2 boat ramps and dump station for RV visitors Year-round access available outside May 15 - September 15 fee season, though operations may be limited

Skip Blackfoot Reservoir Campground if: You need full RV hookups - most sites have no hookups and are suitable only for self-contained RVs. You require guaranteed year-round full operations - seasonal operations apply.

Best time to visit Blackfoot Reservoir Campground: May 15 - September 15 — Official fee season with full campground operations and developed amenities available..

Nearby campgrounds: Eight Mile Guard Station (MONTPELIER, ID), Johnson Guard Station (Montpelier, ID), Diamond Creek Guard Station (Montpelier, ID), Summit View Campground (DUCK CREEK, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Blackfoot Reservoir Campground

Cell signal at Blackfoot Reservoir Campground (Soda Springs, ID): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    Soda Springs, ID, ID★ 4.1 (9 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Blackfoot Reservoir Campground is managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and is located on the southwest end of the Blackfoot Reservoir. The Reservoir covers 18,000 surface acres when full and is the second largest reservoir in southeastern Idaho. The campground has an annual fee season from May 15th - September 15th and is equipped with 16 fully developed campsites, 12 standard campsites, 6 day-use sites, 2 boat ramps, and an RV dump station.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonYear-round
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV80 ft
    Hookups20 electric sites
    ADA sites1 sites
    Pull-throughsAvailable
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesDump StationBoat Launch
    Family & Pets
    RestroomsElectric Hookups

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need full RV hookups - most sites have no hookups and are suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You require guaranteed year-round full operations - seasonal operations apply

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a popular federal campground with limited availability

    Campground has 2 boat ramps and dump station for RV visitors

    Year-round access available outside May 15 - September 15 fee season, though operations may be limited

    Best: May 15 - September 15

    Official fee season with full campground operations and developed amenities available.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Moose and American Badgers present in the area; American White Pelicans, Red-tailed Hawks, Canada Geese, and Cliff Swallows commonly observed within 8km.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    208-478-6340· Blackfoot River
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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Blackfoot River fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Blackfoot River before arrival — seasonal closures common.
    • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Blackfoot Reservoir Campground cost per night?+
    Blackfoot Reservoir Campground costs $10–$20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Blackfoot Reservoir Campground open?+
    Blackfoot Reservoir Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Blackfoot Reservoir Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Blackfoot Reservoir Campground?+
    Blackfoot Reservoir Campground can accommodate RVs up to 80 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Blackfoot Reservoir Campground?+
    Blackfoot Reservoir Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Blackfoot Reservoir Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Blackfoot Reservoir Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Blackfoot Reservoir Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Blackfoot Reservoir Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $10 /night★ 4.1 (9)
    SeasonYear-round
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Eight Mile Guard Station

    MONTPELIER, ID

    From $60/night

    Johnson Guard Station

    Montpelier, ID

    From $60/night

    Diamond Creek Guard Station

    Montpelier, ID

    From $35/night

    Summit View Campground

    DUCK CREEK, ID

    From $17/night

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