Hixon Spring (BLM 30377) in ID -- Camping Rules & Access

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Hixon Spring (BLM 30377) in ID

Road corridorBLM, Salmon

7.9 mi from Salmon

Maps 5,400 ft

Dispersed camping generally allowed

Local restrictions may apply; check the land manager’s camping rules.

BLM Salmon Field Office ↗

Stay limit: 14 days · then move 25 mi
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Road Access

Extreme
  • All 12.2 miles of this road are maintained only for low-range 4WD, dirt the whole way.
  • Estimated climb: 2,800 ft over 12.2 miles through 22 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 18% and pitches to 22%.
  • Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side.
  • Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.

Setting

Secluded
  • Secluded here, with the nearest through road 3.4 miles off.
  • Sacajawea Peaks stands 4,943 ft above the map pin, 5.0 miles northeast.
  • Gary Creek runs 0.4 mi off.

Rules

  • In undeveloped areas, you may camp for up to 14 days before having to move at least 25 miles from your original spot. You may not return to that area for 28 consecutive days.
  • Camping rules
  • Current fire orders

Climate averages

October normals 30–54°F, 1.2″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.