Lake Elsie (FR 2354) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Lake Elsie (FR 2354) in ID
A 7.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Shoshone County, ID. The road serves Polaris Peak.
Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. This rule applies May 1 to September 30 only.
7.8 of the 7.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (7.9 miles). Climbs 2,400 ft over 7.9 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 29%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 7 switchbacks.
Polaris Peak stands 2,655 ft above the site, 1.4 miles northeast. Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. East Fork Big Creek runs 0.1 mi off. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Osburn, is 3.9 mi off.
September normals 45–72°F, 1.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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