Smith Knob Lo (FR 50355) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Smith Knob Lo (FR 50355) in ID
An 11.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Idaho County, ID.
Payette National Forest, McCall Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 11.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (11.5 miles). Climbs 2,100 ft over 11.5 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 16%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 6 switchbacks.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.7 miles off. China Mountain stands 963 ft above the site, 1.0 miles east. The nearest town, McCall, is 32 mi off.
September normals 26–64°F, 1.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Payette National Forest, McCall Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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