Big Canyon (FR 30129) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Big Canyon (FR 30129) in ID

Caribou-Targhee NF, Montpelier Ranger District
6,293 ft
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A 4.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Bear Lake County, ID.

Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Montpelier Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 4.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 2.7 of the 4.5 miles in are dirt. Climbs 1,400 ft over 4.5 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 17%.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.4 miles off. Harrington Peak stands 2,259 ft above the site, 4.0 miles northeast. Big Canyon Spring lies 1.2 mi off. The nearest town, Soda Springs, is 12 mi off.

September normals 36–71°F, 1.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Montpelier Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?