(fdr) Saddle Mountain (FR 5734) in MT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Montana

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(fdr) Saddle Mountain (FR 5734) in MT

Bitterroot NF, Sula Ranger District
7,077 ft
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A 6.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Ravalli County, MT.

Bitterroot National Forest, Sula Ranger District records no overnight restriction here.

4.2 of the 6.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 4.2 of the 6.6 miles in are dirt. Climbs 1,700 ft over 6.6 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 20%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks.

Lewis and Clark Ridge stands 1,107 ft above the site, 1.2 miles northwest. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Salmon, is 36 mi off.

September normals 38–64°F, 1.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Bitterroot National Forest, Sula Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?