Graves Vermilion (FR 367) — Plains/Thompson Falls in MT -- Camping Rules & Access in Montana
Graves Vermilion (FR 367) — Plains/Thompson Falls 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.All 20.4 miles in are maintained for passenger cars, dirt the whole way. Climbs 7,300 ft over 20.4 miles through 7 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 24%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~170 ft on the downhill side.
Cougar Peak stands 4,293 ft above the site, 4.1 miles north. Travellers have camped along here.
Lolo National Forest, Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District: Camping or otherwise occupying a single site for over 16 consecutive days within a calendar year. … Camping or otherwise occupying any number of sites over 32 cumulative days within a calendar year.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Lolo National Forest, Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 43–76°F, 1.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.