Middle Bear Creek (FR 106) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Middle Bear Creek (FR 106) in ID
A 5.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Elmore County, ID. The road serves Horse Ranch Mountain. The road is open seasonally, June 16 to September 30.
Boise National Forest, Mountain Home Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 5.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.1 miles). Climbs 1,200 ft over 5.1 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 57%. 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 22 switchbacks.
Steel Mountain stands 3,965 ft above the site, 3.4 miles north. Charcoal Creek runs 0.8 mi off. The nearest town, Robie Creek, is 35 mi off.
September normals 45–72°F, 1.0″ 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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