Hidden Creek (FR 498) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho

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Hidden Creek (FR 498) in ID

Idaho Panhandle NFs, St. Joe Ranger District
2,974 ft
Maps
Overnight camping allowedMODERATE
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A 1.4-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Shoshone County, ID. The road serves Sherwin Point.

Idaho Panhandle National Forests, St. Joe Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.

All 1.4 miles in are maintained for passenger cars. Gravel the whole way in (1.4 miles). Level ground alongside most of its length.

Hidden Creek runs 0.1 mi off. Bechtel Butte stands 1,622 ft above the site, 2.5 miles north. The nearest town, St. Maries, is 28 mi off.

September normals 38–73°F, 1.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Idaho Panhandle National Forests, St. Joe 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?