Discounted camping rates until the end of August

AMERICAN FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — All 28 state parks across Idaho have announced a 25% discount on camping through the end of August.

All types of camping, from tents and RV hookups to cabins, are discounted. Although camping options vary between parks, state parks across Idaho offer visitors a variety of experiences.

One of those is a hidden gem just west of American Falls: Massacre Rocks State Park.

Park Manager Travis Taylor says camping there in August offers visitors a chance to ditch the crowds and experience the campground's peaceful atmosphere and solitude.

"The nice thing about these older campgrounds is the sites weren't built on top of one another," Taylor said. "So even though there's 21 sites down in this loop, they're not so close to one another and you feel like you're away from the crowds."

From camping and fishing to hiking, the park has also been working to make its recreational opportunities more accessible. Taylor is currently working on grants to make the park's fishing docks more accessible.

Through a grant from Idaho for All, Massacre Rocks received a track wheelchair to help guests access the park's trails.

"We were fortunate enough to receive one of the track chairs on this first go-around from them, and it's going to be available to use free of charge," Taylor said. "We're really excited because most of our trails are dirt and that's never going to change. So this is an exciting opportunity for everyone here."

To reserve the track wheelchair, visitors are asked to email the park at least one day in advance to ensure it is available.

Whether you decide to go camping this month or during the winter, Taylor recommends checking the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation's website before heading out in case additional deals or discounts are available.

The Parks Email: mas@idpr.idaho.gov

Here is a link to camping reservations at Massacre Rocks.