Moon-Dobson (FR 424) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Moon-Dobson (FR 424) in ID
A 28.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Shoshone County, ID.
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.
3.5 of the 28.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (28.1 miles). Climbs 3,500 ft over 28.1 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 29%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 14 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
White Peak stands 904 ft above the site, 1.0 miles west. The nearest town, Osburn, is 7.2 mi off.
September normals 47–66°F, 1.7″ 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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