Scott MTN- Deadwood (FR 555) — Emmett in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Scott MTN- Deadwood (FR 555) — Emmett in ID

USFS
7,985 ft
Maps
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Rules not confirmed

U.S. Forest Service administers this ground -- we don't have a verified rule for this spot.

A 17.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Boise County, ID. The road serves Scott Mountain.

All 17.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (17.3 miles). Climbs 6,200 ft over 17.3 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 19%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~180 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 18 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Cascade, is 26 mi off.

September normals 38–63°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by U.S. Forest Service. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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