Skunk Creek (FR 417) in ID -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Idaho
Skunk Creek (FR 417) in ID
A 43.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Valley County, ID.
Boise National Forest, Cascade Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
39.3 of the 43.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (43.2 miles). Climbs 6,500 ft over 43.2 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 21%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 79 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
The East Mountain Reservoir shoreline is 0.2 mi off. East Mountain stands 2,907 ft above the site, 5.9 miles northeast. The nearest town, Cascade, is 8.6 mi off.
September normals 40–73°F, 1.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Boise National Forest, Cascade Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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