Blackfoot Reservoir Campground

2982 Dike Road, Soda Springs, Idaho, United States
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Blackfoot Reservoir Campground
Blackfoot Reservoir Campground RV Dump Station, Potable Water
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About Blackfoot Reservoir Campground

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. The site offers recreational activities such as fishing, camping, picnicking, motorized boating, non-motorized boating (i.e. kayaks, rafts, standup paddle boards, etc.), swimming, wildlife viewing, and hunting opportunities.

Available sites

5 total sites
RV Sites 5 sites from $20 per night

Activities & Attractions

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hunting

Hunting

Year-round
Motor Boat

Motor Boat

Spring Summer Fall
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Upcoming seasons
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Currently open - Sep 16 to Dec 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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5 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 10, Loop: Fully Developed RV
Pet Friendly · 95 × 16 ft · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: Fully Developed RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 18 ft · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 13, Loop: Fully Developed RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 16 ft · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: Fully Developed RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 16 ft · Gravel
$20
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop: Fully Developed RV
Pet Friendly · 55 × 16 ft · Gravel
$20
/ per night

Reviews

57 reviews

Summary

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Blackfoot Reservoir Campground offers beautiful scenery, clean facilities, and a friendly host. Many visitors enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, wildlife sightings, and great amenities for a low price. However, some concerns were raised about the online reservation system, limited cell service, and issues with reserved sites. Overall, the campground is a charming getaway with potential areas for improvement.

Based on guest feedback

4.2

Overall rating

Based on 57 reviews

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5 stars 52.6% (30)
4 stars 26.3% (15)
3 stars 10.5% (6)
2 stars 8.8% (5)
1 star 1.8% (1)

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Heidi S

August 4, 2025

Best night sky view ever as there is very little on the horizon obstructing view. It was also one of the quietest nights I've had, sans some wildlife. Not sure if there is much to do there in the daytime. Facilities were clean.

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Heidi S

August 4, 2025

Best night sky view ever as there is very little on the horizon obstructing view. It was also one of the quietest nights I've had, sans some wildlife. Not sure if there is much to do there in the daytime. Facilities were clean.

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Heidi S

August 4, 2025

Best night sky view ever as there is very little on the horizon obstructing view. It was also one of the quietest nights I've had, sans some wildlife. Not sure if there is much to do there in the daytime. Facilities were clean.

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Curtis H

August 3, 2025

Amp was clean and quite very nice. No Atv running

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Curtis H

August 3, 2025

Amp was clean and quite very nice. No Atv running

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Curtis H

August 3, 2025

Amp was clean and quite very nice. No Atv running

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Curtis H

August 3, 2025

Amp was clean and quite very nice. No Atv running

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Dorothy J

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July 30, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Fully Developed

We loved this campground. The access to the Blackfoot Reservoir was great. It was very quiet and peaceful.

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Dorothy J

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July 30, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Fully Developed

We loved this campground. The access to the Blackfoot Reservoir was great. It was very quiet and peaceful.

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Dorothy J

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July 30, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Fully Developed

We loved this campground. The access to the Blackfoot Reservoir was great. It was very quiet and peaceful.

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Location & Directions for Blackfoot Reservoir Campground

2982 Dike Road, Soda Springs, ID 83276 United States

Elevation: 1,867 ft

Nearest town

Soda Springs, ID - 16 mi

About 22 min to downtown

Highway access

Blackfoot Reservoir Campground is accessible via State Highway 34, approximately 10 miles to the southeast. US Highway 30 is also within roughly 20 miles to the north.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check out time

2PM

  • Download the Recreation.gov app before arrival and follow the purchasing instructions for onsite payment.
  • Print and display your Camping Pass on your vehicle dashboard if you reserved in advance.
  • Check out by 2 PM on your last day.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

General

  • If purchasing onsite with Scan & Pay, please have the Recreation.gov app downloaded prior to arrival.
  • Once purchased please write down confirmation number on provided Recreation Use Permit (yellow envelope) in box #8.
  • Attach envelope to campsite marker and place hang tag on the rearview mirrow of your vehicle.
  • Please check in and out on the Recreation.gov mobile app upon arrival and departure of your reserved campsite. 
  • Fees must be paid within 20 minutes of occupying a designated campsite.
  • Please check in and out on the Recreation.gov mobile app upon arrival and departure of your reserved campsite.
  • Passes are non-transferrable, non-refundable, not replaceable if lost or stolen, and are void if altered or reproduced.
  • In the fully developed campsites (1 - 16) a max number of four vehicles is permitted.
  • All vehicles and trailers must park within the designated graveled parking area.
  • Over-flow parking is available within the day-use area and boat ramp trailer parking area.
  • Standard campsites (B1 - B12) do not have a max number of vehicles per site and parking is permitted on the mowed grass areas.
  • America the Beautiful Passes: Senior and Access pass are accepted at this site for a 50% discount.
  • Potable water spickets are located throughout the campground, please only use it to fill your holding tank.

Fees & deposits

  • Pay your fees within 20 minutes of occupying a campsite.

Vehicles & parking

  • Up to four vehicles are allowed in campsites 1-16, and must park in the designated graveled areas.
  • No limit on the number of vehicles in standard campsites B1-B12, and parking is allowed on mowed grass.

Safety & rules

  • Stay for a maximum of 14 days within a 28-day period and move outside a 25-mile radius after that.
  • Maximum stay is 14 days within a 28-day period.
  • Move outside a 25-mile radius after 14 days of staying at the campsite.

Utilities

  • Use potable water spickets only for filling holding tanks and do not leave hoses connected to campers.
  • The RV Dump Station and potable water are available seasonally from May 15 to September 15.
  • Disconnect hoses from campers when not in use.

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