Upper Snake Field Office

St. Anthony Sand Dunes-Egin Lakes Access

Winter Closure Information: The big dunes and the surrounding area are part of a Winter Closure Area January 1 - March 31 on the sand and thru the month of April for the surrounding area outside the open sand dunes. The riding area of the big dunes is open April 1 - December 31. The smaller dunes between Thunder Mountain and the Red Road are open year-round, but are usually are covered in snow by January 1.

New Day-Use Fee at Egin Lakes Recreation Site

  • $5.00 per vehicle, per day
  • $10.00 per use of RV dump stations
  • $60.00 season pass

Campfires are only allowed in designated areas - Citations will be issued for illegal burning | Map of designated campfire area

Remember to stay on designated routes and observe all posted signs.

Endless OHV opportunities, camping and horseback riding on 10,000 acres of dunes rising to 400 feet

Location: 50 miles northwest of Idaho Falls, Idaho
From US-20 northbound, take the North Rexburg exit. Turn left, onto 1900 E. (Parker-Salem Highway and the Red Road).  Travel 6.3 miles north to the 2nd flashing light (at the 4-way STOP).  Turn left and travel 0.85 miles to the split in the road.Stay right, over the railroad tracks and continue on 500 N for 2.9 miles.  At the Egin Lakes Access sign turn right onto the paved access road. 

From US-20 southbound, take exit #346 (Saint Anthony City Center). Turn right onto Bridge Street and continue through the stop light to West 4th N.  Turn left onto West 4th N, which turns into 600 N after you leave city limits.  Follow 600 N approximately 3 miles until you reach the intersection with Red Road.  Turn left to go to Egin Lakes access or right to the parking and dispersed camping areas along Red Road.

Facilities (Fees):

  • Parking (3 graveled areas), ATV unloading ramp, equestrian trailer area
  • Camping ($25-$60/day, according to size of camping unit and amenities)
  • Restrooms
  • RV dump station
  • Concessions, water stations, picnic sites
  • Contact station area: law enforcement, EMS, Idaho Air Rescue
  • Regulations: Safety flags, annual ORV sticker; designated routes, ride only in open sand; no glass containers; all riders under age 18 must wear helmets (ID state law). 

St. Anthony Sand Dunes (credit: DuneRatt LLC)St. Anthony Sand Dunes (credit: DuneRatt LLC)
St. Anthony Sand Dunes (credit: DuneRatt LLC)   St. Anthony Sand Dunes (Credit: Dune Ratt LLC)


St. Anthony Sand Dunes Aerial

St. Anthony Sand Dunes Aerial

Maps/Brochures

St. Anthony Sand Dunes Map   St. Anthony Sand Dunes Recreation Area       
      Location Map             Recreation Area Map
St. Anthony Sand Dunes Winter Closure Map Egin Lakes Campground map thumbnail
     Winter Closure Map           Campground Map

St. Anthony Designated Routes St. Anthony Dunes Info
Designated Routes Map     General Info Brochure

Closure Information:

The riding area of the big dunes is open April 1 - December 31. The smaller dunes between Thunder Mountain and the Red Road are open year-round, but are usually are covered in snow by January 1. The big dunes and the surrounding area are part of a Winter Closure Area that starts January 1 - March 31 on the sand and thru the month of April for the surrounding area outside the open sand dunes.


 

Upper Snake Field Office  |  1405 Hollipark Drive  |  Idaho Falls, ID 83401
208-524-7500  |  Fax: 208-524-7505  |  Office hours: 7:45am - 4:30pm, M-F