West Willow Loop (FR 328) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
West Willow Loop (FR 328) in ID
A 32.2-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 32.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 30.2 of the 32.2 miles in are dirt. Climbs 4,500 ft over 32.2 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 25%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~160 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 107 switchbacks.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.2 miles off. Sunset Mountain stands 2,072 ft above the site, 3.6 miles southwest. Summit Creek runs 0.9 mi off. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Robie Creek, is 28 mi off.
September normals 35–71°F, 0.9″ 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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