Lower Penstemon

Lower Penstemon

About this campsite

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

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Weather Forecast

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MON☁️

15° / 6°

💧 14%

TUE☀️

16° / 5°

💧 1%

WED☀️

18° / 7°

💧 1%

THU☁️

20° / 8°

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FRI☁️

23° / 9°

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Nearby Campsites

within 50km

200m away

UPPER PENSTEMON CAMPGROUND

Overview This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

1.4 km away

Pettit Campground

Pettit Campground and Picnic Area is composed of 8 individual units.The area is suitable for motor homes, trailers and tent camping. This is a fee campground. Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the campground entrance. This area is accessible for a season that varies usually between June and September. Campground amenities include toilets. A campground host manages the campground and visits the area weekly. No water is available at this site.

1.4 km away

PETTIT CAMPGROUND

2.7 km away

DIAMONDFIELD JACK CAMPGROUND

2.7 km away

Diamondfield Jack Campground

Diamondfield Jack Campground and Picnic Area is located at the end of a paved road in Rock Creek. The campground is suitable for motor homes, trailers, and tent camping. This area is accessible year around. Campground amenities include drinking water, wheelchair accessible toilets, picnic tables, warming shelter, parking area, and fire rings. It is a winter play area from December through March. Pike Mountain and Eagle Trails (#239 and #243) are easy multi-use trails nearby.