Third Creek (FR 70231) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Third Creek (FR 70231) in ID

Caribou-Targhee NF, Westside Ranger District
5,455 ft
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A 1.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Oneida County, ID.

Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Westside Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 1,320 ft from a developed campground.

1 of the 1.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 1 of the 1.4 miles in are dirt. Climbs 570 ft over 1.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 15%.

Weston Peak stands 2,698 ft above the site, 3.4 miles southeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.0 miles off. Upper Deep Creek Reservoir lies 0.8 mi off. The nearest town, Malad City, is 6.2 mi off.

September normals 44–76°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Caribou-Targhee National Forest, Westside 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?