DUTCHMAN FLAT DISPERSED CAMPGROUND
Open — Open year-round for dispersed camping. Limited to 10 days in any 30-day period within a 30-mile radius. Winter access may be limited by snow and road conditions.
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
Over-Snow Vehicle and Bicycle Prohibitions
This order covers over-snow vehicle and bicycle use on the Fairfield and Ketchum Ranger Districts and the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Sawtooth Wilderness Area Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use requirements for the Sawtooth Wilderness area on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas - Occupancy and Use
This over covers occupancy and use requirements of the Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Forestwide Occupancy and Use
This order covers occupancy and use prohibitions on all National Forest System lands and roads within the Sawtooth National Forest.
Occupancy and Use - Food Storage
This order covers requirements for possessing and storing food while visiting the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Sawtooth National Recreation Area - Occupancy and Use
This covers occupancy and use requirements, including stay limits, for the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
About
Dutchman Flat Dispersed Campground is located within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area in Custer County, Idaho. This primitive camping area offers free dispersed camping opportunities for those seeking a backcountry experience without developed amenities. Campers must be completely self-sufficient and practice Leave No Trace principles. The Sawtooth National Recreation Area enforces specific occupancy limits for all camping within its boundaries. Dispersed campers are limited to 10 days in any 30-day period within a 30-mile radius throughout the SNRA. Campers must maintain distances of at least 150 feet from lakes and streams for washing and other activities. This area provides access to the spectacular scenery and recreational opportunities of the Sawtooth National Forest. As an undeveloped dispersed camping area, Dutchman Flat has no facilities, water, toilets, or services of any kind. Campers must bring all necessary supplies including water, pack out all trash, and be prepared for primitive conditions. The area is accessible depending on road and weather conditions, with winter access potentially limited by snow.
Directions
From Stanley, Idaho, drive east on Highway 75 for approximately 11 miles to the Sunbeam Dam overlook. The campground is located near the highway, adjacent to the Salmon River.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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