Permits & Reservations

City of Rocks

Reservations

Reservations are required year-round for all campsites at City of Rocks National Reserve, Smoky Mountain Campground, and Castle Rocks Ranch. Campsites can be reserved same-day if availability permits.

Campsite and facility reservations can be made up to 9 months in advance.

How to Make a Reservation:

• Visit the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (ReserveAmerica).
• Call [phone].
• Download the ReserveAmerica mobile app for convenient booking.

Rates & Fees

City of Rocks National Reserve

Standard Campsite: $14 per night
Group Campsite: $100 per night
Reservation Fee: $10 per reservation

Smoky Mountain Campground

All vehicles are required to pay a $7 per day Motor Vehicle Entry Fee or display an Idaho State Parks Passport or Annual Pass on the windshield of the vehicle.

Idaho Resident: $28 per night
Non-Idaho Resident: $31 per night
Reservation Fee: $10

Castle Rocks Ranch

All vehicles are required to pay a $7 per day Motor Vehicle Entry Fee or display an Idaho State Parks Passport or Annual Pass on the windshield of the vehicle.

The Lodge:
Idaho Resident $195 per night
Non-Idaho Resident $215 per night
Reservation Fee: $10

The Bunkhouse:
Idaho Resident $120 per night
Non-Idaho Resident $132 per night
Reservation Fee: $10

Willow Glamping Yurt:
Idaho Resident $150 per night
Non-Idaho Resident $155 per night
Reservation Fee: $10

Picnic Shelter:
$10 per day
$25 Reservation Fee

Click here for more information and pictures of these facilities.

Permits

Backcountry Camping (Indian Grove)

Permits are required for backcountry camping. Visit the Indian Grove Backcountry Camping page for more information.

Group & Special Use Permits

Special permits are required for activities such as:

• Groups of 25 or more people assembled.
• Commercial filming or photography.
• Operating as a guide/outfitter.
• Conducting research.

For these activities or other requests, contact the Park Superintendent at [phone].