Couch Summit-Deer Park (FR 70010) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Couch Summit-Deer Park (FR 70010) in ID
U.S. Forest Service administers this ground -- we don't have a verified rule for this spot.
A 21.8-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Camas County, ID. The road is open seasonally, May 1 to September 30.
15.9 of the 21.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (21.8 miles). Climbs 3,000 ft over 21.8 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 49%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 24 switchbacks.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 3.1 miles off. Soldier Mountains stands 2,319 ft above the site, 4.8 miles southwest. The nearest town, Ketchum, is 27 mi off.
September normals 33–64°F, 0.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by U.S. Forest Service. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
fs.usda.gov