Horse Heaven Pass (FR 40117) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Horse Heaven Pass (FR 40117) in ID

Salmon-Challis NF, Challis-Yankee Fork Ranger District
7,487 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 15.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Custer County, ID. The road serves Spring Hill.

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

All 15 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (15 miles). Climbs 4,400 ft over 15 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 29%.

Dickey Peak stands 3,653 ft above the site, 4.6 miles west. The nearest town, Sun Valley, is 48 mi off.

September normals 37–65°F, 1.5″ 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?