Mountain Gulch (FR 1424) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Mountain Gulch (FR 1424) in ID

Nez Perce-Clearwater NF, Palouse Ranger District
3,682 ft
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A 6.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Latah County, ID. The road serves 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 6.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.6 miles). Climbs 1,800 ft over 6.6 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 49%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 11 switchbacks.

Bald Mountain stands 1,658 ft above the site, 1.5 miles northwest. The nearest town, St. Maries, is 21 mi off.

September normals 48–72°F, 1.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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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?