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4,000–9,500 ft · ID🚗 Directions
Boise NF. Transition between wet maritime and dry continental forest. Douglas fir dominant at mid-elevations. Burn morels reliable. Accessible from Boise via Highway 21.
Updated Apr 19, 6:10 PM MT
Precip 7d
3.85"
Precip 14d
4.45"
Soil Temp
32°F
SWE
Snow Water Equivalent — how much water is in the snowpack vs. normal. Declining SWE means snowmelt is adding moisture to the soil.Log your find on iNaturalist to help the community and get expert ID assistance. Photos, location, and habitat notes all help with identification.
Dispersed sites along Highway 21 (Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway). Pack in/pack out.
Boise National Forest
9 sites
Boise NF near Lowman. Mixed conifer along South Fork Payette.
Boise National Forest
⚠ Road Access Notice
Always verify road access is public before following GPS directions to mountain areas. Many forest roads are seasonal, gated, or require 4WD. Dispersed camping follows USFS/BLM rules (typically 14-day limit). Check ranger district offices for current road and campground conditions.
116%
Drought
None
Snowmelt
steady
soil temp marginal (32°F vs 55°F min)
soil temp marginal (32°F vs 55°F min)
soil temp marginal (32°F vs 55°F min)
soil temp marginal (32°F vs 50°F min)
soil temp marginal (32°F vs 55°F min)
soil temp marginal (32°F vs 50°F min)