Sixmile-Trail Creek (FR 50303) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Sixmile-Trail Creek (FR 50303) in ID
A 7.4-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Adams County, ID.
Payette National Forest, New Meadows Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
2.2 of the 7.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 1.7 miles of dirt. Climbs 1,600 ft over 7.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 17%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 7 switchbacks.
Granite Mountain stands 3,869 ft above the site, 5.1 miles north. The nearest town, McCall, is 9.7 mi off.
September normals 36–72°F, 0.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Payette National Forest, New Meadows Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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