Gooding Little City of Rocks
N 43° 07.178 W 114° 40.980
11T E 688491 N 4776705
Plenty of hiking trails and awesome rock formations. Turn off Hwy 46 at: N43 06.391 W114 40.274 to reach the trailhead.
Waymark Code: WMXJC
Location: Idaho, United States
Date Posted: 11/04/2006
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The Gooding Little City of Rocks has landscapes of exotic geological formations and numerous hiking trails; some trails are obvious, others have to searched for. The main trail can be hiked easily in a few hours by healthy persons. Side trails can add considerably to that time, but can also lead you to some magnificent views that few others see; including the possiblity of discovering petroglyphs hidden in some of the side canons.
The landscape contains welded volcanic tuff, formed when intense eruptions produced dense clouds of ash.
Hoodoos, arches, mushroom caps and tuffs dominate the many canyons of this unusual location. The canyons are home to a number of different wildlife; including grouse, raptors, deer, and elk; not to mention the ever present coyote.
Primitive camping is permitted, but if you brought it with you, be sure to take it when you leave.
The road up to the earthen dam is private property and the owner has it posted as closed when wet. The owner, at his discretion, may lock the gate if vehicles are seen in the area when the roads are wet. Otherwise, most vehicles should have little trouble making the 1 mile trip into the parking area.
Remember, as always, when in desert country during the early spring through the fall months to be careful where you step or stick your hands. Although Gooding is only about 20 minutes away, it can take a long time to get aid to someone. Be sure to take plenty of water, especially during the warmer months.
The coordinates will take you to the earthen dam and the entrance into the main canyon. Don't forget your camera!
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