Carlin Creek (FR 256) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Carlin Creek (FR 256) in ID

Idaho Panhandle NFs, Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District
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A 5.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Kootenai County, ID. The road serves Carill Peak.

Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. This rule applies May 1 to September 30 only.

All 5.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.1 miles). Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 7 switchbacks.

A body of water lies 1.1 mi off. Travellers have camped along here. Carill Peak stands 1,015 ft above the site, 2.5 miles northeast. The nearest town, Coeur d'Alene, is 13 mi off.

September normals 42–71°F, 1.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?