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State Park
Lower Penstemon
Twin Falls, ID
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- Address:Twin Falls, ID
About
Overview
Lower Penstemon Campground is located along the scenic Rock Creek Road, in southern Idaho, at an elevation of 6,600 feet. Visitors come to the area to enjoy its abundant trails and natural beauty.
Recreation
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area. Third Fork, Pike Mountain, Rim View and Porcupine Spring trails all begin nearby. Rock Creek runs along the campground, offering good trout fishing.
Facilities
The campground contains single-family campsites with picnic tables and campfire rings. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel. Because the campground is situated along the main road, some noise from passing cars is to be expected.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a mixed conifer and aspen forest, just off Rock Creek Road. Most sites have partial shade. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape and wildlife can be seen frequently in the surrounding area.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Lower Penstemon
Trail
Magic Mountain Ski Area
Idaho
1.4 mi656 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Eagle Loop
Idaho
2.4 mi479 ftgain
Easy
Trail
Rim View Trail
Idaho
10.1 mi1,663 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Ross Falls
Idaho
0.4 mi151 ftgain
Easy
Trail
Upper Sugarloaf To Snakeskin To Hotshot To Dry Gulch To Matt's Gulch
Idaho
8.1 mi1,129 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
South Hills Singletrack Nirvana
Idaho
4.9 mi659 ftgain
Moderate
Hunt context
Hunting unit around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Idaho hunting page
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