Clay Caves North
Eden, Idaho
| Address: | Eden, ID 83325, USA |
| GPS: |
42°37'1.1"N 114°17'50.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Idaho |
Rocks
Cave
Cave is near Eden Idaho just off the interstate a couple miles along a rougher road make sure to go to it from the north side not south side high clearance vehicle This cave is a giant lava tube the beginning is a little lower clearance then it really opens up goes between .25 to .5 miles back. Not a bad place to camp cave gets lots of moister in the spring
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Eden, Idaho
- Head west on ID-25 W/
W Wilson Ave toward Lewiston St N Continue to follow ID-25 W(4.0 mi) - Turn left (1.6 mi)
- Turn rightDestination will be on the right(0.3 mi)
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