Big Dry Canyon (FR 10787) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Big Dry Canyon (FR 10787) in ID

Caribou-Targhee NF, Dubois Ranger District
6,588 ft
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A 0.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Clark County, ID. The road serves Mahogany Butte.

Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Dubois Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 14 days.

All 0.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.7 miles). Climbs 450 ft over 0.7 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 17%. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto.

Tyler Peak stands 4,150 ft above the site, 2.5 miles southwest. Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. The nearest town, Rigby, is 56 mi off.

September normals 39–69°F, 1.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Dubois 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?