Established Camping
Lower Penstemon
Lower Penstemon is located near Burley, Idaho, within the Sawtooth National Forest. The area features rugged terrain with forests and open spaces. Campers can experience temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and nearby attractions include the City of Rocks National Reserve and Pomerelle Mountain Resort.
Description
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.
Location
Lower Penstemon is located in Idaho
Directions
Travel south on Twin Falls County Road G3 which becomes Forest Road 515, commonly known as Rock Creek Road, for approximately 27 miles from Hansen.
Address
2306 HILAND AVE
Burley, ID 83318
Coordinates
42.1952778 N
114.2833333 W
Detours Nearby
Mendoza Ranchette
1 hr 23 min away
Scruffy Buffalo Ranch
3 hrs away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 15 min from Twin Falls
- 2 hrs 29 min from Pocatello
- 3 hrs 21 min from Logan
- 3 hrs 24 min from Ogden
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
