Kelly Island Campground
Ririe, Idaho
| Address: | 18299 E 143 N, Ririe, ID 83443, USA |
| GPS: |
43°37'26.0"N 111°39'46.1"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Idaho |
Camp
This is a BLM campground with 14 campsites for RVs or tents and 1 group campsite.
| Daily Rates | $5-20 |
| Showers | No |
| Bathrooms | Vault Toilets |
| Pets | Welcome |
| Open | May-September |
More Information
BLM Kelly Island Campground | Near Idaho Falls Idaho
The direct and official information for BLM Kelly Island Campground in Idaho Falls, Idaho. This includes the Official website, phone number, location map, reviews and photos.
https://www.allstays.com/Campgrounds-details/37385.htm
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Ririe, Idaho
- Head east on Smith St toward 1st E St (0.3 mi)
- Continue onto Archer Rd (1.6 mi)
- Turn right onto E 200 N/Heise Rd/Poplar Loop (0.9 mi)
- Slight right onto Heise Rd/Poplar Loop (0.2 mi)
- Continue straight onto N 4800 E/Heise Rd/Poplar LoopContinue to follow Heise Rd/Poplar Loop(2.9 mi)
- Slight left onto E 100 N/Heise Rd/Poplar Loop (187 ft)
- Slight left onto N 5050 E (0.4 mi)
- Turn right onto E Heise Rd (2.3 mi)
- Turn right to stay on E Heise Rd (0.4 mi)
- Turn rightDestination will be on the left(0.2 mi)
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3/15/16 7:44 pm
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