Buck Creek Ridge (FR 40310) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Buck Creek Ridge (FR 40310) in ID

Salmon-Challis NF, Challis-Yankee Fork Ranger District
8,240 ft
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A 1.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Custer County, ID. The road serves Dickey Peak.

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

All 1.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.4 miles). Climbs 290 ft over 1.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 23%.

Dickey Peak stands 2,900 ft above the site, 2.6 miles west. Mule Spring lies 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, Sun Valley, is 45 mi off.

September normals 37–61°F, 1.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Salmon-Challis National Forest, Challis-Yankee Fork 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?