Kelly Island Campground
The campground operates seasonally from mid-May through mid to late September. Individual sites are first-come, first-served with a 5-day stay limit. The group site is the only reservable site and must be booked by phone through the Upper Snake Field Office.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 1:27PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Storm total rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches are possible across the area with localized amounts closer to 3 inches possible in spots. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, south central, and southeast Idaho, including the following areas, in central Idaho, Sun Valley Region and Wood River Foothills. In eastern Idaho, Beaverhead - Lemhi Highlands, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park and Teton Valley. In south central Idaho, Eastern Magic Valley and Shoshone/Lava Beds. In southeast Idaho, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Bear Lake Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, Lower Snake River Plain, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and Upper Snake River Plain. * WHEN...Through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A prolonged period of rainfall is expected across eastern Idaho throughout the weekend which could lead to some flooding across parts of the advised area. An upper low moving into the Pacific Northwest will combine with tropical moisture from Tropical Cyclone Rachel to usher in a cooler, wetter weather pattern across eastern Idaho. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Kelly Island Campground sits in a scenic cottonwood gallery forest along the South Fork of the Snake River, approximately 23 miles northeast of Idaho Falls. The campground offers views of the Snake River Range foothills and provides excellent access to trout fishing on the South Fork, which is renowned as one of Idaho's premier wild trout fisheries. The campground has 14 single campsites available first-come, first-served, plus one group site that accommodates 30-35 people and 4 large RVs. Amenities include pull-through sites, vault toilets, a central water spigot, fire pits, picnic tables, and a day-use area. Seasonal camp hosts are present. There are no electrical hookups, and ATVs are not permitted to ride within the campground, though OHV opportunities exist nearby. The surrounding area offers hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing in addition to the fishing. Access is via a gravel road after crossing Heise Bridge and continuing past Kelly Canyon.
Directions
From Idaho Falls, drive approximately 23 miles northeast. Cross Heise Bridge and continue toward Kelly Canyon. After 2.3 miles, continue straight onto the gravel road as the paved road veers left toward Kelly Canyon. Drive one-half mile and turn right at the Kelly Island Campground sign.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| BLM_ID_UpperSnakeOffice@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (208) 524-7500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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