Tamarack Deer CR (FR 2346) in MT -- Camping Rules & Access in Montana
Tamarack Deer CR (FR 2346) in MT
Why
U.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.6.5 of the 32.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, mostly gravel with 7.6 miles of dirt. Climbs 5,200 ft over 32.4 miles through 19 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 22%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Dead-end road with no mapped turnaround, so expect to back out or unhitch.
Calx Mountain stands 1,322 ft above the site, 0.8 miles west. Private here, with the nearest through road 0.7 miles off.
Kootenai National Forest, Libby Ranger District: you are not allowed to stay for a period longer than 16 consecutive days and no more than 32 cumulative days within a calendar year on National Forests in Montana
| Fire restrictions | Set by Kootenai National Forest, Libby Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 41–63°F, 1.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.