Howe Peak (FR 40557) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Howe Peak (FR 40557) in ID

Salmon-Challis NF, Lost River Ranger District
7,638 ft
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A 9.0-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 9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (9 miles). Climbs 4,900 ft over 9 miles -- sustained grades near 24%, with pitches to 31%. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 12 switchbacks.

Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 3.2 miles off. Jumpoff Peak stands 1,400 ft above the site, 1.8 miles northwest. The nearest town, Moreland, is 48 mi off.

September normals 43–65°F, 0.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Combe Canyon (FR 40708) in IDDispersed Camping3.5miJumpoff Peak (FR 40559) in IDForest Road Road4.2miWood Canyon (FR 40561) in IDForest Road Road4.5miHorsethief Canyon (FR 40566) in IDForest Road Road5.8miArco Pass (FR 40125) in IDForest Road Road7.1mi
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.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?