Bruneau Dunes State Park (Broken Wheel Campground)

State: Idaho

Short Name: Broken Wheel Campground

Address 1: 27608 Sand Dunes Road

Address 2: Southwestern Idaho, 18 miles SW of Mountain Home

Phone: 208-366-7919

Open: Open all year

Number of Sites: 48

Camp URL: http://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/bruneaudunesstatepark.aspx

Full Hook: Yes

Dogs Allowed: Yes

Tents Allowed: Yes

The tallest single-structured sand dune in North America rises to 470 feet high above small lakes in the high desert south of Mountain Home. The state park includes desert, dune, prairie, lake and marsh habitat with opportunities to observe nocturnal species. Activities include fishing, birdwatching, camping, hiking, swimming and viewing the stars at one of only two public observatories in Idaho. Feel free to climb but no vehicles are allowed on the dunes. A visitor center offers information on birds of prey, insects, fossils, wildlife and sand dunes and gift items for purchase. Two cabins are available for rent. Also 82 serviced with W/E and 16 standard sites.