Jeru Creek (FR 293) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Jeru Creek (FR 293) in ID
A 16.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Boundary County, ID. The road serves Jeru Park.
Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Sandpoint Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 16.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (16.5 miles). Climbs 3,100 ft over 16.5 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 30%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 16 switchbacks. A water crossing 11.1 miles in.
Jeru Peak stands 2,824 ft above the site, 2.9 miles west. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.1 miles off. Pack River runs 1.0 mi off. The nearest town, Ponderay, is 15 mi off.
September normals 37–67°F, 1.4″ 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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