Lincoln Creek Loop (FR 158) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Lincoln Creek Loop (FR 158) in ID
A 4.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Elmore County, ID.
Boise National Forest, Mountain Home Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 4.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.7 miles). Climbs 620 ft over 4.7 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 18%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 16 switchbacks.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.7 miles off. Cayuse Point stands 3,511 ft above the site, 5.3 miles northeast. The nearest town, Robie Creek, is 37 mi off.
September normals 39–73°F, 0.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Boise National Forest, Mountain Home Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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