Lower Deadman (FR 5546) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Lower Deadman (FR 5546) in ID
U.S. Forest Service administers this ground -- we don't have a verified rule for this spot.
A 2.2-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Idaho County, ID. The road serves Cedar Knob. The road is open seasonally, June 15 to September 30.
All 2.2 miles in are maintained for passenger cars. Gravel the whole way in (2.2 miles). Climbs 80 ft over 2.2 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 19%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~180 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 4 switchbacks.
The nearest town, Kamiah, is 23 mi off.
September normals 40–69°F, 1.6″ 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