Description

The Heyburn Riverside RV Park is a gem of a municipal campground located on the scenic shores of the Snake River at Heyburn, Idaho. This park is nicely landscaped, clean, well-maintained, and has easy access to the riverfront hiking trail. This is a lovely and peaceful park to stay at while passing through the area or while enjoying picnicking, fishing, boating, or other recreation activities on the Snake River.

Location

Heyburn Riverside RV Park
1175 7th St
Heyburn, ID 83336
heyburn.id.gov
(208) 431-2977
Latitude: 42.545596 N, Longitude: -113.759091 W, Elevation: 4,154 ft (1,266 m)

Details

We stayed for three nights at the Heyburn Riverside RV Park in mid August, 2019. The camp host was friendly at check-in.

The park closes for the winter from December 1st through March 1st.

Cost

For three nights at a 30 amp full hookup gravel pull-thru site, we paid $24.30 per night, including tax and Good Sam discount. There were no additional fees for pets or an extra vehicle. Since we had called the campground and made reservations with the camp host, we paid in cash. Camp hosts only accept cash or checks – credit cards are accepted online through Access Idaho eGovernment service provider.

Ratings (1-5)

Accessibility – 4/5

The campground is easily accessible from Interstate I-84 via US-30 and paved streets. Lanes in the park are well-maintained gravel. The park has 29 RV sites – pull-thru and back-in – and can accommodate large rigs. There are several paved RV sites designated for Universal Access, as well as provisions for Universal Access at park facilities.

Facilities/Amenities – 4/5

The park amenities include full hookup 30 amp electrical RV sites, picnic tables, restrooms, showers, and Wi-Fi. The park bathhouse is across the entry/exit lane from the RV park and is locked at night – rigs should be self-contained, but Porta-Potties are available for after-hours use. The Riverside Park also features a hiking trail, playground, picnic area with shelters, amphitheater, and boat slips. The Mini Cassia Chamber-Commerce visitor center is located across from the RV park entrance.

Site quality – 4/5

RV sites are full hookup with 30 amp electric, concrete slab patio, grassy lawns, picnic table, and Wi-Fi. Park sites are pull-thru or back-in, gravel, and clean. Sites have good separation- some sites have shade trees.

Scenic Value – 5/5

The campground is very basic, but extremely well maintained. The rest of the Riverside Park is very nicely landscaped, well-maintained, and features wonderful views of the Snake River.

Location/Isolation – 4/5

The campground is generally quiet, but can get some rail or traffic noise. Depending on wind direction, you may notice some agricultural or feed mill odors. Sites are fair sized and do not feel crowded. The park really does feel like a peaceful green oasis.

Paws Friendliness – 4/5

The campground is pet friendly and has a designated pet walk area. The park does not, however, have cleanup stations (at least, we didn’t notice any) or an enclosed pet run. The riverside hiking trails provide ample opportunity for long walks with your pet.

Overall Rating – 4/5

Overall, the Heyburn Riverside RV Park is a lovely place to stay while passing through the area. We enjoyed our short stay and would certainly visit another time.

Additional info

Internet access

We received a moderate 4G Verizon signal at this campground. The park has free Wi-Fi.

Water Quality

The water at this campground tested soft.

Nearby Amenities

A limited selection of grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, laundromats, automotive and RV services are available nearby in Burley, Idaho. A wider range of shopping and services are available in Twin Falls, Idaho (41 miles), or Pocatello, Idaho (77 miles).

Nearby attractions

Here are a few local attractions and activities:

• • Riverside Park hiking trails
  • Heyburn Arboretum
  • Historic Wilson Theatre
  • Cassia County Historical Society & Museum
  • Jerseyland Dairy
  • Gossner Magic Valley Chalet
  • Idaho Water Sports
  • Kayak, canoeing, boating, jet skiing, fishing
  • Snake River

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