Clark Mountain Camp

About

Clark Mountain Camp is a dispersed camping area situated atop a ridgeline in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests of north-central Idaho. The primitive single-lane road offers stunning panoramic views in both directions: southward over the Orogrande drainage and northward toward the distinctive Chateau Rock formation. This is a truly primitive camping experience with no developed facilities. Campers must be fully self-sufficient, bringing their own water and packing out all trash. The area is popular with OHV enthusiasts, mountain bikers, and day hikers seeking access to the surrounding trail network. The route connects Trail 604 near Knute Creek with FS Road 670 near Cache Creek. Given the high-elevation ridgeline location, access is weather-dependent and the road may be impassable during winter and early spring due to snow. Visitors should check current conditions with the Forest Service before making the trip.

Directions

From Needles, CA, take I-40 west approximately 10 miles to the U.S. Highway 95 north exit. Exit north and take U.S. Highway 95 approximately 45 miles to NV State Route 164 (Searchlight, NV). Turn left on SR 164 and drive approximately 20 miles to the CA/NV state line. The road turns into Nipton Road. Drive on Nipton Road approximately 15 miles to I-15. Take I-15 west approximately 6 miles to Bailey Road. Turn right at the Bailey Road entrance and then take your first left onto Clark Mountain Road. Follow Clark Mountain Road approximately 5 miles to the site.