Buster Lake (FR 40069) in ID -- Camping Rules & Access in Idaho
Buster Lake (FR 40069) in ID
Why
U.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.All 5.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 2,000 ft over 5.8 miles through 6 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 20%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Water crossings 0.3, 2.1 and 5.8 miles in.
Keystone Mountain stands 2,954 ft above the site, 2.3 miles south. Private here, with the nearest through road 2.1 miles off.
Salmon-Challis National Forest, Challis-Yankee Fork Ranger District: Camping within the same five-mile radius for more than fourteen (14) days in any thirty (30) consecutive day period.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Salmon-Challis National Forest, Challis-Yankee Fork Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 43–69°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.