9 Aug 2024 – Trip day 131
After Craters of the Moon, we drove the other direction to City of Rocks National Preserve. The visitor center is co-located and run by the Idaho State Parks, where Castle Rocks state park is also near by.
It was a small visitor center, with a few displays. Outside, there was a small path/trail with a couple of wagons out front. This area was part of the westward migration in the 1800’s., with the California Trail passing through the City of Rocks area.
Ducky had a great time doing his book and exploring the trail!
We drove by Register Rock, where travelers left their names when they passed through what is now the park.
A view of the rock formations as we enter the Reserve.
The City of Rocks.
Further in, we came to a trail to Window Arch. Window Arch was past several campgrounds. Meagan and the kids went out, then we tagged out while Randal slept.
Selfie at the Arch!
More amazing rock formations!
Kids on top of Bread Loaves rock!
We stopped at a picnic area at the end of the road in the park, near Bread Loaves rock. Randal was all about getting out of the car and running around.
He promptly armed himself with a stick and began on his mission to cause chaos!
Scenic vista at the park.
View of the Bread Loves from the other side. There is a group campground there. The National Reserve is very popular for rock climbing and camping for the locals.
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