Lake Walcott Campground

South Central Idaho doesn’t get a lot of attention from tourism brochures and travel agencies; however, it’s an absolutely beautiful section of the state. While it may not have the high peaks and big lakes of the Panhandle, the verdant pastures surrounding the Snake River have a unique splendor that will be appreciated by anyone who loves small towns in the Rocky Mountain West.

One of the best spots to stay when you book an RV in Minidoka County, Idaho, is the campground at Lake Walcott State Park. Most of the RV campground sites have just water and electrical hookups, so it still feels fairly wild. However, there’s a convenient dump station on the edge of the park if you need to empty the tanks on your rental RV. Sites also have clean restrooms, fire rings, picnic tables, and a playground for the little ones to burn off their energy in the evenings.

Getting a campsite at Lake Walcott Campground isn’t about having lots of modern amenities, though; it’s a chance to get in touch with nature and disconnect from the stresses of the modern world. Instead of gazing at your phone all day, you can take a hike on one of the many trails crisscrossing the park or rent a paddleboat to take out on the lake. If you don’t want to go through the effort of renting a boat, go for a swim or grab a fishing pole to cast a line (with the proper Idaho fishing license, of course). At night, carve out some time to just stare up at the sky; the area around Lake Walcott is famous for its lack of light pollution and is fantastic for stargazing.