Cougar Dispersed Camping Area
About this site
Cougar Dispersed Camping Area is one several dispersed camping areas found in Sawtooth National Recreation Area. It’s often referred to “North Fork Big Wood River” because the North Fork runs through this area. What makes this camping area so popular is that it’s only a few miles from Ketchum, ID, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Cougar Dispersed Camping Area is located along FR-146, right where the North Fork Visitor Center is located. There’s four developed campgrounds along FR-146, and dispersed camping is permitted in between these campgrounds. FR-146 runs about 5 miles until it ends at the North Fork Trailhead. Additional Info: This dispersed campground area is north of Caribou developed campground on the left side of North Fork road (FR-146). It is situated alongside the North Fork of the Big Wood River. Restrooms are not available at this site. Potable water is not available at this site. Occupancy limit is 10 days in a 30 day period within a 30 mile radius for all of SNRA.
Amenities & access
Access
- Drive-in access
Contact
Location
43.837338, -114.420142
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