Elliston-Spotted Dog (FR 314) in MT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Montana
Elliston-Spotted Dog (FR 314) in MT
A 25.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Powell County, MT.
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, Helena Ranger District records no overnight restriction here.
5.3 of the 25.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (25.5 miles). Climbs 4,100 ft over 25.5 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 35%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~160 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 13 switchbacks.
A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.9 miles off. The nearest town, Deer Lodge, is 16 mi off.
September normals 35–65°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, Helena Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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