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City Of Rocks National Reserve

National Reserve Idaho
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Described by California Trail emigrants as “a city of tall spires,” “steeple rocks,” and “the silent city,” this awe-inspiring landscape continues to captivate. Today, it beckons rock climbers, hikers, campers, hunters, and adventurers with its dramatic scenery, fascinating geology, and echoes of the Old West. The Silent City is ready for you to explore.

Entry Fees

No additional fees

Weather Information

City of Rocks is located in south-central Idaho within the northern edge of the Basin and Range geologic province. Outdoor recreation can be pleasant from April through October. Summers are generally dry with 10 to 15 inches of precipitation in winter and spring. Summer temperatures range widely with night time lows occasionally approaching freezing and midday highs nearing 100° F; however, the typical range of low and high temperature is 45-85. Thunderstorms are common in the summer months (June - August)

Address

City of Rocks National Reserve, Almo, ID 83312

Activities & Topics

Auto and ATV Scenic Driving Astronomy Stargazing Biking Mountain Biking Camping Backcountry Camping Car or Front Country Camping Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use) Group Camping RV Camping Climbing Rock Climbing Ice Climbing Fishing Food Picnicking Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Self-Guided Tours - Auto Hiking Horse Trekking Horse Camping (see also camping) Horseback Riding Hunting and Gathering Hunting Ice Skating Living History First Person Interpretation Junior Ranger Program Skiing Cross-Country Skiing Snow Play Snowmobiling Snowshoeing Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Shopping Bookstore and Park Store Gift Shop and Souvenirs Arts Photography Explorers and Expeditions Farming and Agriculture Ranches Native American Heritage Westward Expansion Homesteading The Gold Rush Animals Birds Fish Fire Forests and Woodlands Coniferous Forests Geology Mountains Natural Sounds Night Sky Astronomy Rock Landscapes and Features Scenic Views Trails Wilderness

Contact Information

208-824-5901 (Voice)
ciro_superintendent@nps.gov
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Operating Hours

wednesday

All Day

monday

All Day

thursday

All Day

sunday

All Day

tuesday

All Day

friday

All Day

saturday

All Day

Location

Coordinates: 42.0699024, -113.7124097

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