Bath Rock Hike

Bath Rock is one of the most prominent features at City of Rocks National Reserve. This park is located on the border of Utah and Idaho on the Idaho Side. This landmark is in open view from several spots including the great view from the nearby Creekside Towers Trail. There is a large parking area and a sign at Bath Rock. The trail circles the entire rock but for the more adventurous you can climb to the top and enjoy great panoramic views of the reserve. The trail is very easy and short and the climb is suitable for most 12 years and older that are not afraid of heights. I hiked in a clockwise direction from the parking lot. The views are great the entire way. Off in the distance you will get a nice view of the Twin Sisters which are the highest feature in the park at nearly 700 feet. Once on the west side, you will see the area that you can climb. If you are nervous do not attempt because it is totally exposed. You will not need any technical equipment outside of a good pair of shoes. In a couple of the steepest spots they have put small metal steps to help with the ascent. Once on top you will see the large pothole that gave Bath Rock its name. You can also see the parking lot far below you. The views from the top are awesome and give you a birds eye view of the crazy geology in the area. You will need to return the same way you climbed up. It's the easiest and really the only safe way I found without using ropes to rappel.