Chicago Peak (FR 2741) in MT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Montana
Chicago Peak (FR 2741) in MT
A 7.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Sanders County, MT.
Kootenai National Forest, Cabinet Ranger District records no overnight restriction here.
All 7.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (7.7 miles). Climbs 2,900 ft over 7.7 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 18%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~160 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 19 switchbacks.
Chicago Peak stands 2,754 ft above the site, 1.8 miles northeast. Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. Snort Creek runs 0.3 mi off. The nearest town, Libby, is 24 mi off.
September normals 47–66°F, 3.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Kootenai National Forest, Cabinet Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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