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City of Rocks Backcountry Byway Photo

City of Rocks Backcountry Byway

City of Rocks National Reserve

Mailing Address
Box 169
Almo, ID 83312

Street Address
3035 Elba-Almo Rd.
Almo, ID 83312

  • Phone: (208) 824-5519
  • Fax: (208) 824-5563
Nearest City: Almo
Location: South Central Idaho, Albion to Oakley
Directions: Interstate 84, then S. on Hwy. 77 to City of Rocks, then to Oakley and N. on Hwy. 27 to Burley

Information

An early pioneer wrote that this valley of rocks had the appearance of a "silent city". Names can still be seen written in axel grease on some of the rocks at this California Trail landmark. Rock climbers from around the world come to experience the challenges offered by City of Rocks' towering spires. This 49-mile route, best traveled between April and November, begins at Albion and concludes in the historic town of Oakley. Full services are available in Burley with partial services in Albion and Oakley and Almo. Standard campsites are available at City of Rocks. Serviced campsites are available at Smoky Mountain Campground a Unit of Castle Rocks State Park.

Season: All Year
Hours: 24 hours

Fees: Free