Whimpey Creek (FR 64026) in ID -- Camping Rules & Access
Whimpey Creek (FR 64026) in ID
Road corridorSalmon-Challis NF, Leadore Ranger District
12 mi from Salmon
Maps 7,121 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Salmon-Challis National Forest ↗
Stay limit: 14 days · within 30 days · then move 5 mi · does not apply within the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness
VerizonWEAK
AT&TNONE
T-MobileNONE
StarlinkGOOD
Road Access
Difficult
- All 5.2 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Estimated climb: 2,600 ft over 5.2 miles through 7 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 22% and pitches to 26%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side.
Setting
Secluded
- Secluded here, with the nearest through road 3.7 miles off.
- Center Mountain stands 3,233 ft above the map pin, 3.8 miles north.
Climate averages
October normals 29–46°F, 2.9″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.