Lower Penstemon

Picnic
LOWER PENSTEMON RESTROOM
LOWER PENSTEMON CAMPSITE
LOWER PENSTEMON CAMPSITE 2
LOWER PENSTEMON

Sites & Rates

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6 total sites

RV Sites

6 sites

About Lower Penstemon

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.

Number of accommodations: 6

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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6 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON RV
No Hookups
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🚐 006, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (45)

What Guests Are Saying

Lower Penstemon campground offers a clean and quiet environment, often with little crowding, making it a great spot for campers. Visitors appreciate the beautiful natural surroundings, including a nearby creek and sightings of wildlife like moose. However, some facilities, such as restrooms and water access, need improvement, and there are occasional issues with flies and website navigation for reservations.

Review Summary

3.6
45 reviews
5
28.9%
13
4
31.1%
14
3
17.8%
8
2
13.3%
6
1
8.9%
4

RICK S

Verified

August 10, 2026 Stayed at: 004, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON

5

I only use this small campground during the week and almost always (I've stayed there 8 times over 6 years) I'm the only camper. It's clean, quiet,and has great road access. I often see moose here along rock creek at dusk.

Kent T

Verified

August 2, 2026 Stayed at: 006, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON

4

We loved the site. Be warned that there are a lot of flies particularly around the farthest camp site in the back. The water is not working and you will need to go up to Upper Penstemon to get water. There are also

Russell S

Verified

July 12, 2026 Stayed at: 006, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON

5

Needs renovation. Has no water and old restrooms. Great location very accommodating manager

gene h

Verified

July 10, 2026 Stayed at: 002, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON

5

I like that it is usually uncrowded

Robert H

Verified

June 21, 2026 Stayed at: 004, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON

4

Excellent experience. Friendly forest service workers. My only complaint is that I had to clean the outhouse when we arrived.

Teresa C

Verified

October 4, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON

5

Stay was great ,the website wasn't the easiest to navigate AND i should state somewhere in there that you get charged for your spot and additional charge to reserve on each spot. Which i did not see anywhere.

Teresa C

Verified

October 4, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON

5

Stay was great ,the website wasn't the easiest to navigate AND i should state somewhere in there that you get charged for your spot and additional charge to reserve on each spot. Which i did not see anywhere.

Anthony L

Verified

August 19, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON

5

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Anthony L

Verified

August 19, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON

5

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Tanisha T

Verified

July 29, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: LOWER PENSTEMON

4

The campground is beautiful and quiet. It has a nice little creek that my kids and pups loved! The only downfall is the restrooms across from campsite 1 was in very poor condition.

Location Lower Penstemon

Address:
2306 Hiland Ave
Burley, ID, 83318
United States

Elevation: 2027 feet

Distance to downtown

50 mi drive to downtown Burley (about 1 hr 7 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Idaho OHV Safety Message
  • Click here for more information on the Sawtooth National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
  • Due to a new well installation for the Rock Creek water system, there will be no water available until August 31th, 2019. Please plan accordingly and bring all the water you will need for your stay. For more information, please contact the Minidoka Ranger District at 208-678-0430.

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Last updated: September 6, 2026

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