NPS•Arco, ID•23h from Austin

Craters of the Moon NM — Lava Flow Campground

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Accessibility baseline: Sites on this platform are reviewed for access with a standard 2WD pickup truck towing a 21-foot travel trailer unless otherwise noted below.

Fee

$15/nt

Hookups

No hookups

Trailer

Accessible (2WD pickup + trailer)

Cell Signal

No signal

Water

On-site

Toilets

Yes

Best Season

May–Jun, Sep–Oct

Reservations

First-come (credit card kiosk on-site)

Max Length

35 ft

Highlights

▶ Camp on a 44-mile lava flow at 5,900 ft — one of the most otherworldly landscapes in the lower 48; lava tubes and cinder cones are walkable from camp
▶ First-come at $15/nt — one of the best-value NPS campgrounds in the West; sites 1–15 most trailer-friendly
▶ Darkest skies in Idaho; no nearby towns; the Milky Way overhead is extraordinary

Planning Notes

No hookups; no shade — bring a shade canopy. Campground opens mid-April, closes November. No cell service at camp. Water available seasonally. $35 park entry or America the Beautiful Pass. From Austin: ~23 hrs — plan a 2-night drive.

Contact: (208) 527-1300

Always call ahead to confirm conditions, closures, and road accessibility.