Atlanta South (FR 209) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Atlanta South (FR 209) in ID
A 3.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Elmore County, ID. The road serves Atlanta Hot Springs.
Boise National Forest, Idaho City Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 3.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.1 miles). Climbs 1,900 ft over 3.1 miles -- sustained grades near 24%, with pitches to 28%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks.
Greylock Mountain stands 3,451 ft above the site, 4.1 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.8 miles off. Middle Fork Boise River runs 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, Ketchum, is 39 mi off.
September normals 34–71°F, 0.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Boise National Forest, Idaho City Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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