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Castle Rocks State Park

Castle Rocks State Park, a former ranch, is one of Idaho's newest state parks located adjacent to City of Rocks National Reserve. Its 1,440 acres include outstanding rock formations, early 20th century ranch structures and pastures. Facilities are still in development but recreational opportunities include superb bird watching, picnicking, hiking, horseback riding and rock climbing. For more information on rock climbing view the Zone 1 and Zone 2 Climbers Guide to Select Routes in Castle Rocks State Park.

http://www.idahoparks.org/parks/castlerocks.aspx

Castle Rocks State Park Smoky Mountain Campground is now open for RV camping. There are 38 campsites that offer 30 amp electrical and water service. Smoky Mountain Campground also features an RV dump station.

Tent Camping

City of Rocks offers 64 standard sites in and among the granite formations, with easy access to trails and vistas. Clean vault toilets and water stations are centrally located. Most sites include a tent pad, picnic table and fire grill.

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Creekside Towers Trail

Over 22 miles of hiking trails traverse City of Rocks National Reserve, taking you to arches, windows and dramatic overlooks. Trails vary from level and easy to steep and strenuous. Short walks to all-day hikes deep into the backcountry are available. Maps can be acquired at the visitor center.

For more information on trails see the City of Rocks Trails brochure.

Climber on Bath Rock

The geologic features are internationally renown for rock climbing. About 700 routes have been developed to date. 100 to 300-foot spires provide most of the climbing opportunities, although there are 600-foot spires which provide extended adventures.