Marsh Canyon (FR 40210) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Marsh Canyon (FR 40210) in ID

Salmon-Challis NF, Lost River Ranger District
5,921 ft
Maps
Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 4.8-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Custer County, ID.

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

All 4.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.8 miles). Climbs 1,400 ft over 4.8 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 18%.

Appendicitis Hill stands 2,597 ft above the site, 1.8 miles southeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 2.1 miles off. The nearest town, Carey, is 37 mi off.

September normals 39–71°F, 0.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Salmon-Challis National Forest, Lost River 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?