Indian Springs (FR 40004) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Indian Springs (FR 40004) in ID
U.S. Forest Service administers this ground -- we don't have a verified rule for this spot.
A 10.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Custer County, ID. The road serves Grouse Creek Peak.
All 10.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (10.3 miles). Climbs 3,100 ft over 10.3 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 23%. 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 9 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Grouse Creek Peak stands 3,897 ft above the site, 2.9 miles north. Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. Grouse Creek runs 0.1 mi off. The nearest town, Cascade, is 60 mi off.
September normals 41–74°F, 1.1″ 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