I really loved this place, its in the middle of no place probably 30-40 miles from the closest town of Burley. Large rock formation of all shapes and sizes. Plenty of hiking trails and plenty of rocks to climb. They have a primitive camp ground (I would have stayed, if I was younger) that is really pretty. Apparently in the old days wagon trains stayed here, really cool. If you go take rt 77 and not rt 27. Rt 27 has a lot of dirt roads.
Beautiful views and great hiking trails. We are not campers, but some very nice campsites. Put this park on your bucket list.
This is a remote adventure. I was there in mid-July and although is was warm during the day it cooled off at night. It's not only beautiful but has a history too. The pioneers actually traveled through this area and you can still signs of their travels. The park has ample camping spots and restrooms. We opted for the campground. The campground (located just outside the park) is paved with large RVs pads, campfire rings and picnic tables. On site restrooms and showers are a plus. Reserve early as the campground fills up fast. The reserve is scenic with hundreds of rocks formations. A rock climbers Mecca. The road into the reserve is dirt but well maintained. There are several places of interest to stop and check out along the way. The major rock formations which are named have hiking trails to and around them. Take plenty of water, sunscreen, a hat and a camera if you plan to see any of the formations. If you love the outdoors, rock climbing, hiking and camping then this is a must see. I suggest stopping by the visitor center just outside the reserve for information and maps. We also stopped at Rock city a general store for ice and firewood. Great place to explore and visit!
My family and I have been going to the City of Rocks for 14 years. We moved to Idaho in July 2000. Our second summer in the state we took our first trip out to The City. Spectacular rock formations, beautiful hiking trails, and incredible sport and traditional climbing. Also take a visit to nearby Castle Rock State Park.
City of Rocks is worth a detour when travelling in the Idaho / Utah corridor. Don't be afraid to follow the scenic back entrance through Burley and Oakley, ID. Even though it adds 15 miles of gravel roads, it avoids back-tracking through Almo and it's less-traveled. While I'm not a climber, I can see why City of Rocks is a must-visit location for avid climbers. We had a blast watching some climbers and my kids are begging to learn the sport! OK!In addition to climbing, numerous short and and long hikes are available. Historical markers make City of Rocks a fascinating destination for history buffs interested in 19th century westward migration in the U.S.Camp sites are spread out among fascinating rock formations. There is generous space between each site and basic amenities are available.
Trails to hike, spectacular rock formations to climb and wildlife everywhere, this is a great place for the outdoor enthusiast. City of the Rocks was so clean and the other hikers and climbers are a special breed; polite and helpful and mostly fit! This is a great place to visit in the fall with the foliage changing color and the temperatures just right for strenuous activity. Highly recommended for those who love the outdoors!
I enjoyed my visit here. There are many interesting rock formations. The visitor's center is small, but still good to stop by and get a map. Some short hiking trails lead to beautiful views of the valleys. A few of the rocks have been signed by migrants of the California Trail over 100 years ago. There were a few visitors getting some practice rock climbing. Be aware there are no paved roads, and the gravel roads can be rough in spots. This is a beautiful place to spend a few hours.
Is what my son said to me about this place. We loved this place! We were here on a perect day for hiking. One of our favorite stops was at campsite #38, where the window arch and much more is. We explored this area for a couple hours and took plenty of pictures. Elephant Rock is another favorite. We were here for only 6 hours but could of spent a weekend here. We didn't even get to see the twin sisters. Just have to do that next visit.
I hit this reserve on a rainy April day and the views were wonderful as the low clouds moved across the high hills and rocks. It's kind of do-it-yourself touring, but full of beautiful sights. Be sure to visit the visitor's center when you arrive.
We had been wanting to visit City of Rocks since reading about the experience of the westward emigrants, for whom this was something of a crossroads. We only had half a day to spend there, but were able to see all of the main attractions, although it would certainly be a great place to camp and hike. It's an amazing place, combining geology and history, and well worth the trouble to get there. I really recommend it. Definitely plan to stop at the visitors' center in Almo; the rangers there are extremely helpful and directed us to sites we might have otherwise overlooked, and also recommended the most efficient route given that we did not have unlimited time.