Cape Horn Peak (FR 297) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Cape Horn Peak (FR 297) in ID

Idaho Panhandle NFs, Sandpoint Ranger District
3,032 ft
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A 17.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Bonner County, ID. The road serves Three Sisters Peaks.

Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Sandpoint Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 17.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (17.7 miles). Climbs 3,900 ft over 17.7 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 27%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 36 switchbacks.

Three Sisters Peaks stands 1,130 ft above the site, 1.5 miles northeast. Cape Horn Creek runs 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, Spirit Lake, is 15 mi off.

September normals 45–69°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Sandpoint Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?