Dry Saddle Trailhead sits within Clearwater National Forest in north-central Idaho, managed by the US Forest Service, with access to both river and lake terrain nearby. Pets are not permitted. Campers staging trips through campsites near Elk City will find this a functional base for trailhead access. No reviews are currently on record, so confirming specific amenities, road surface conditions, and site count before arrival is strongly advised.
Description
Dry Saddle trailhead is one of the major trailheads accessing the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness lying north of the Salmon River. It provides access to many high mountain lakes along Sheep Hill Trail #575. It is only a 10-mile hike to Sheep Hill Lookout. A loading ramp is provided for stock. The 250 degree view from the trailhead is spectacular!
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsDry Saddle Trailhead is located in Idaho near Clearwater National Forest
Directions
From State Highway 14, turn south onto Red River-Dixie Road #222. Follow Road #222 past Red River Ranger Station (now closed) to its junction with Nezperce Trail Road #468. Turn east onto Road #468 and follow approximately 33 miles to the trailhead.
Coordinates
45.67878002 N
114.99058082 W
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Access
Site Types
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Features
Drive Time
- 5 hrs 38 min from Missoula, MT
- 6 hrs 24 min from Lewiston, ID
- 7 hrs 11 min from Helena, MT
- 8 hrs 56 min from Boise, ID
