N Cherry Ridge (FR 70200) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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N Cherry Ridge (FR 70200) in ID

Sawtooth NF, Sawtooth National Recreation Area
7,285 ft
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Designated sites only

Sawtooth National Forest, Sawtooth National Recreation Area allows overnight stays only at the designated sites here (Big Wood River Watershed).

A 3.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Blaine County, ID. The road serves Galena Peak. The road is open seasonally, May 1 to November 14.

All 3.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.2 miles). Climbs 350 ft over 3.2 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Level ground alongside most of its length. Winds through 3 switchbacks.

Galena Peak stands 3,799 ft above the site, 2.8 miles northeast. Titus Creek runs 0.1 mi off. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Ketchum, is 19 mi off.

September normals 3268°F, 1.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Fire restrictions

Set by Sawtooth National Forest, Sawtooth National Recreation Area. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?