City of Rocks National Reserve

City of Rocks National Reserve

In 1964, The City of Rocks and a much larger area around it was designated a National Historic Landmark. It is widely known for its excellent rock climbing and rock formations.

The City of Rocks is an area of rock spires and formations and is a popular rock climbing area. The landscape has been sculpted from granite that has eroded into a fascinating assortment of shapes.

The area's historical and geological values, scenery, and opportunities for recreation led to its designation as City of Rocks National Reserve in 1988.
This unit of the National Park System is managed cooperatively by the National Park Service and the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation.

The Idaho Legislature declared part of the City of Rocks as a state park on February 27, 1957. The City of Rocks is a popular rock climbing area, with over 1,000 traditional and bolt-protected routes.

Location

Two miles (3 km) north of the south central Idaho border with Utah
Malta, Cassia County
Idaho, USA

Getting There

The City of Rocks National Reserve is located in southern Idaho, about 50 miles south of Burley, Idaho, and 100 miles southeast of Twin Falls, Idaho.

If you are driving, you can take I-84 to exit 216 and then take Highway 77 south to Highway 81. Follow Highway 81 to Almo, Idaho, and then follow the signs to the reserve.

There is no public transportation to the reserve. However, there are tour companies that offer guided tours to the City of Rocks National Reserve. You can check with the local tour companies for more information on their schedules and prices.

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