City of Rocks - Burley, ID

City of Rocks


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City of Rocks State Park is made of granite rock formations that date back almost 2.5 billion years. They are some of the oldest formations found in the continental United States. The rocks are shaped by weathering. City of Rocks is one of the top granite-crag rock-climbing sites in the world. About 700 routes have been described to date.

One hundred-to 300-foot spires provide most of the climbing opportunities, although there are 600-foot spires which provide all-day activities. Recreational activities include hiking, wildlife viewing, picnicking, rock climbing, backpacking, Nordic skiing, photography and horseback riding. Primitive campgrounds are available.

Facilities: City of Rocks State Parkhas primitive camping.

Reservations: City of Rocks State Park accepts reservations but they are not required.

Best Time To Visit: City of Rocks State Park enforces quiet time starting at 10: 00 pm until 7:00am. Check out is at 1:00pm.

Fees: Parking fees and campground fees are charged.

Accessibility: There is wheelchair access.

Rules: Unknown

Directions: To reach City of Rocks State Park from Burley, start out going north on Albion Avenue toward east 13th Street for 0.1 miles. Turn right onto east Main Street. Continue to follow east Main Street. Turn right onto ID-81 for 7.7 miles. Turn right onto ID-77. Continue to follow ID-77 for 19.7 miles. Turn right onto Elba-Almo Road for 1.6 miles. Elba-Almo Road becomes Elba-Almo Highway for 2.4 miles. Turn left onto Elba-Almo Highway for 11.5 miles.

Address

City of Rocks

3035 Elba Almo Rd

PO Box 169

Almo, Idaho 83312

Phone
General: (208) 824-5519
Fax: (208) 824-5563

Website

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