Arvilla Ridge (FR 7585) in MT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Montana
Arvilla Ridge (FR 7585) in MT
A 9.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Sanders County, MT. The road is open seasonally, May 16 to October 14.
Lolo National Forest, Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District records no overnight restriction here.
All 9.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (9.9 miles). Climbs 2,300 ft over 9.9 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 6 switchbacks.
Sacajawea Peak stands 3,138 ft above the site, 3.0 miles northwest. Bemish Creek runs 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Plains, is 7.7 mi off.
September normals 41–74°F, 1.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Lolo National Forest, Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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