Boise to Bozeman Road Trip Guide

For something a little quirky and off the beaten path on your way to Bozeman, check out the Museum of Clean in Pocatello, Idaho. Started using the personal funds of the owner, Don Aslett, the museum explores everything imaginable related to the theme of clean.

Take a tour of the site and then leave plenty of time to experience the many displays and interactive exhibits. Highlights include the extensive antique vacuum cleaning equipment collection, and the art gallery dedicated entirely to the clean theme.

It's important to note that this museum focuses on all aspects of the word clean. It encourages clean language and clean minds from all its visitors. Don't walk in and immediately tell a dirty joke. Another major clean focus is on the environment. Air and water need to be clean too.

The site is RV-friendly with plenty of parking for large vehicles. The city of Pocatello also has the Pocatello KOA if you need an overnight stop.

Step into an otherworldly landscape that NASA actually used for astronaut training! This 750,000-acre preserve showcases Idaho's volcanic past through lava tubes, cinder cones, and spatter cones you can explore on foot. The visitor center provides excellent exhibits about the area's geological history, while the seven-mile loop drive offers easy RV access to major viewpoints.

The monument's Lava Flow Campground operates seasonally with sites accommodating RVs up to 50 feet, though hookups aren't available—plan accordingly for your rig's needs. Primitive camping gives you front-row seats to some of Idaho's darkest night skies, perfect for stargazing after exploring the alien-like terrain.

Just 90 minutes from Idaho Falls, this classic Western gateway town provides easier RV access to Yellowstone than the more mountainous eastern entrances. The town's numerous RV parks offer full services, while Main Street's shops and restaurants maintain an authentic frontier atmosphere.

Even if you're not entering the park, West Yellowstone's Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center provides safe wildlife viewing opportunities, and the nearby Hebgen Lake offers excellent trout fishing and boating.

The short drive to Shoshone is the ideal first stop on your trip. In less than two hours from Boise, you can be marveling at the year-round ice floor of the Shoshone Ice Caves. Although only open from May to the end of September for tours, no matter what time you visit, the cave maintains a constant 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Just remember to shut the door when you enter and exit in the summer. Otherwise, you might be responsible for a huge melt.

In the 1940s, all the ice in the caves melted due to overdevelopment and poor planning. Luckily, the family who bought the site in the 1950s restored it to its original glory through the study of airflows. Now all road trippers can benefit from this unique attraction.

Prepare to navigate the cave and caverns using wooden walkways set a few inches above the ice floor. Encounter dinosaur and ice cavemen statues, and don't forget warm clothes. If you forget your coat, the site has some for you to borrow. But, be warned - these garments are typically past their prime.

America's first destination ski resort transforms into a summer playground of hiking trails, mountain biking, and alpine festivals. The scenic Galena Summit offers breathtaking views of the Sawtooth Mountains at 8,701 feet elevation—just remember to downshift on the descent! Your RV will handle the grades fine, but take your time and enjoy the panoramic vistas.

Private RV parks like The Meadows RV Park in Ketchum provide full hookups and mountain views, though sites fill quickly during peak season. The area's upscale dining and shopping scene offers a nice contrast to wilderness camping, and the free Sun Valley summer concerts are legendary.

Known as the "Niagara of the West," these spectacular 212-foot falls on the Snake River provide a refreshing stop near Twin Falls. The viewing area includes RV-accessible parking and picnic facilities, making it perfect for a lunch break. Spring snowmelt (April-June) offers the most dramatic water flow, while late summer reveals more of the fascinating basalt canyon geology.

The nearby Twin Falls/Jerome KOA provides an excellent base camp with full amenities if you want to explore the Snake River Canyon more thoroughly.

This charming riverside city serves as your gateway to Yellowstone while offering attractions of its own. The scenic Snake River Greenbelt provides easy walking and biking paths right through downtown, while the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park delights families with native wildlife exhibits.

Snake River RV Park offers convenient in-town camping with full hookups, putting you within easy reach of restaurants and the historic downtown district. The location also positions you perfectly for a Yellowstone day trip or as a staging area for your Montana adventure.