Long Mountain (FR 2697) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Long Mountain (FR 2697) in ID
A 6.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Bonner County, ID. The road serves North Gate.
Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Sandpoint Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 6.5 miles in are maintained for passenger cars. Dirt the whole way in (6.5 miles). Climbs 1,800 ft over 6.5 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 34%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 13 switchbacks.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.7 miles off. Long Mountain stands 2,351 ft above the site, 3.9 miles southeast. The nearest town, Priest River, is 7.9 mi off.
September normals 42–72°F, 1.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
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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