US Forest ServiceFreeSawtooth National Forest
Sawtooth NF Dispersed ID
Stanley, Idaho, Idaho6,244 ft🗓 Jun–Oct
About this site
Dispersed camping in Sawtooth NF and Recreation Area. 40+ jagged peaks, 200+ alpine lakes, Stanley Basin.
Peak season temperatures
66°F
Avg high
38°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Red FoxClark's NutcrackerWapitiPacific Marten
Activities
BackpackingFishingRock ClimbingHiking
Amenities
Alpine LakeCreek AccessMountain Views
Site types
TentCar CampBackpack
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Managing unit
- Sawtooth National Forest
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- Jun–Oct
- Elevation
- 6,244 ft
- Peak temps
- 38°–66°F
- Rating
- 4.7 (67)
- Coordinates
- 44.2134, -114.9312
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First come, first served. No reservation system. Verify current conditions and fire restrictions with the land manager before visiting.
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