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Massacre Rocks State Park

American Falls, ID U.S.A.

3592 North Park Lane
American Falls, ID 83211
U.S.A.

208-548-2672 Park Office
866-634-3246 Toll Free Information
208-548-2671 Fax

Massacre Rocks State Park Web Site

Open Year-Round
Entry Fee Charged

When emigrants passed through narrow breaks in the rocks in what is now Massacre Rocks State Park, they gave them names such as Devil's Gate and Gate of Death. They feared that an ambush might await them on the other side.

The recorded skirmishes between the Oregon Trail emigrants and the Shoshone people took place one mile east of the park on Aug. 9 and 10, 1862. Ten emigrants lost their lives, but most arrived safely. One mile south at Register Rock, the travelers rested and inscribed their names in the rock.

Today, Massacre Rocks State Park covers nearly 1,000 acres of land rich in geological and cultural history. The prehistoric Bonneville Flood scoured the landscape and polished huge boulders found throughout the area.

The Snake River runs through the park, offering excellent fishing, rafting and boating. Stocks of trout and smallmouth bass are plentiful and a boat ramp is available at the southern end of the park.

The high desert plains are fragrant with sagebrush, cactus and juniper trees. Hikers enjoy nearly 10 miles of trails. The trail to view the old Oregon Trail wagon ruts is paved for wheelchair access.

The campground has two camping loops with restroom and shower facilities and also has four camping cabins available for rent.

The park is a popular bird watching area as well with over 200 species identified annually. During winter, many come to view bald eagles.

Outdoor Activities
Activities Column 1 Activities Column 2 Activities Column 3
Camping available Freshwater Fishing available Visitor Center available
Hiking available Saltwater Fishing not available Children's Activities available
Backpacking not available Guided Tours not available
Rock Climbing available Scenic Drives available
Horse Trails not available Big Game Hunting not available Picnicking available
Wheelchair Trails/Ramps available Upland Hunting not available Off-Road Vehicles not available
Waterfowl Hunting not available Lodging Nearby available
Restaurants Nearby available
Canoeing available
Kayaking available Cross-Country Skiing not available
Rafting available Downhill Skiing not available Bird-Watching available
Beaches not available Snowboarding not available Nature Viewing available
Boat Launch available Snowshoeing not available Historic Sites available
Snowmobiling not available
Ice Skating not available
Mountain Biking available Winter Camping available
Touring available
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