West Richards (FR 29005) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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West Richards (FR 29005) in ID

Caribou-Targhee NF, Westside Ranger District
5,054 ft
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An 8.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Oneida County, ID. The road serves Lookout Mountain.

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.

7.3 of the 8.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 7.3 of the 8.7 miles in are dirt. Climbs 1,100 ft over 8.7 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 20%. Level ground alongside most of its length.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.1 miles off. Lookout Mountain stands 1,025 ft above the site, 2.9 miles south. The nearest town, Malad City, is 23 mi off.

September normals 43–76°F, 1.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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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?