Briggs Canyon Right Fork (FR 40533) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Briggs Canyon Right Fork (FR 40533) in ID

Salmon-Challis NF, Lost River Ranger District
6,256 ft
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A 2.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Butte County, ID.

Salmon-Challis National Forest, Lost River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 2.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.6 miles). Climbs 730 ft over 2.6 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 19%.

Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. King Mountain stands 4,344 ft above the site, 5.4 miles southwest. The nearest town, Carey, is 52 mi off.

September normals 3671°F, 0.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Fire restrictions

Set by Salmon-Challis National Forest, Lost River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?