Seasonal operation. This campground is not open year-round. Likely open now (September).
Stinking Springs ATV and Mountain Biking Trail
BLM Bureau of Land Management · Idaho Falls, ID · Dispersed
Conditions
Road Access
Not recorded
Season
Seasonal Closure
Campfires
Not recorded
Boondock Access
Not recorded
The managing agency hasn't published road access or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.
Features
Seasonal
Seasonal Closure
Style
Boondocking
Campground Stats
| Total Sites | 0 |
Location
Description
Around 10,000 visitors use the Stinking Springs Multiple Use area each year. This designated route is used by OHV/ATV riders, hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. It is seasonally closed to accommodate wintering mule deer. In other seasons, this critical winter habitat also offers desert hiking in sparsely timbered canyons, continuing through the Targhee National Forest.
Facilities/Fees:
• No Day-use fees
• Hiking level: Moderate to difficult
• Use Season: May 1- November 30
Trail: motorized trail is 4.7 miles one-way, or 2.2 miles to the junction with the non-motorized trail. The non-motorized trail is 2.7 miles one-way.
Directions
Two miles northeast of the junction of Kelly Canyon and Snake River Roads; From Idaho Falls, travel northeast on Highway 26, approximately 20 miles. Turn left onto 160th East following the signs to Kelly Canyon Ski Area or Heise Hot Springs. Once you cross the bridge over the Snake River, turn right and continue towards Kelly Canyon. After 2.3 miles, continue straight onto gravel road as paved road begins to veer left into Kelly Canyon, following along the north bank of the Snake River for approximately two miles. You will see the parking area on the right side of the road with signs for Stinking Springs Trailhead.
Activities
BIKING
HIKING
HORSEBACK RIDING
OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE
WILDLIFE VIEWING
Details
| Phone | 208-524-7500 |
| [email protected] |
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