California Gulch (FR 4727) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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California Gulch (FR 4727) in ID

Nez Perce-Clearwater NF, Palouse Ranger District
3,284 ft
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A 2.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Latah County, ID. The road serves Little Bald Mountain. The road is open seasonally, June 15 to September 30.

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest, Palouse Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.

All 2.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.1 miles). Climbs 510 ft over 2.1 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 28%. 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 8 switchbacks.

Little Bald Mountain stands 1,572 ft above the site, 1.6 miles northwest. Slate Creek runs 0.6 mi off. The nearest town, St. Maries, is 22 mi off.

September normals 39–74°F, 1.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest, Palouse 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?