Warm Springs Point (FR 311) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Warm Springs Point (FR 311) in ID
A 39.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Boise County, ID. The road is open seasonally, June 16 to September 14.
Boise National Forest, Idaho City Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 39.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 38.8 of the 39.5 miles in are dirt. Climbs 3,300 ft over 39.5 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 25%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 147 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
The nearest town, Robie Creek, is 10 mi off.
September normals 33–70°F, 0.8″ 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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