Upper E Fk Meadow CR (FR 1443) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Upper E Fk Meadow CR (FR 1443) in ID

Nez Perce-Clearwater NF, Palouse Ranger District
2,948 ft
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A 1.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Benewah County, ID. The road serves Three Tree Butte. The road is open seasonally, May 1 to November 30.

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest, Palouse Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.

All 1.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.5 miles). Climbs 390 ft over 1.5 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 19%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 6 switchbacks.

Three Tree Butte stands 664 ft above the site, 0.5 miles southeast. The nearest town, St. Maries, is 20 mi off.

September normals 41–75°F, 1.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest, Palouse 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?