China Fork-West Fork (FR 393) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
China Fork-West Fork (FR 393) in ID
An 8.8-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Boise County, ID.
Boise National Forest, Idaho City Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 8.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (8.8 miles). Climbs 1,100 ft over 8.8 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 15%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 20 switchbacks.
China Fork runs 0.1 mi off. Pilot Peak stands 2,974 ft above the site, 4.0 miles west. Exposed here -- the nearest through road is 0.0 miles off. The nearest town, Robie Creek, is 30 mi off.
September normals 41–73°F, 1.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Boise National Forest, Idaho City Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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