N Cherry Ridge (FR 70200) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
N Cherry Ridge (FR 70200) in ID
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 32–68°F, 1.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
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.
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