South Baldy
Open — This dispersed camping area is accessible year-round, though winter access may be limited by snow. No fees or reservations required.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 18 at 10:48AM PST until January 20 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. * WHERE...Number 1 Canyon, Colville, Ione, Pangborn Airport, Springdale-Hunters Road, Cashmere, Disautel Pass, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Conconully, Twisp, Entiat, Okanogan, Boulder Creek Road, Number 2 Canyon, Leavenworth, Chelan, Deer Park, Metaline, Wenatchee, Brewster, Chewelah, Omak, Oroville, Methow, Winthrop, Wauconda, Newport, Kettle Falls, Loup Loup Pass, Plain, Stehekin, Northport, Stevens Pass, Nespelem, Holden Village, Fruitland, Mazama, Sherman Pass, Metaline Falls, Bridgeport, Flowery Trail Road, Tiger, Republic, Chesaw Road, Orin-Rice Road, Inchelium, and Tonasket. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface.
About
South Baldy is a dispersed camping area in the Idaho Panhandle National Forests, located in Pend Oreille County, Washington. The site takes its name from the nearby South Baldy lookout tower, a 41-foot treated timber tower built in 1960 that is still periodically staffed during fire seasons. The area is accessed via Kings Lake Road from Usk, heading east across the Pend Oreille River. This remote camping area sits in the forested terrain near the South Baldy peak, which reaches an elevation of approximately 5,974 feet. The surrounding national forest offers opportunities for exploring the Selkirk and Cabinet mountain ranges, with dispersed camping allowed throughout much of the forest. As a dispersed camping area, visitors should expect primitive conditions with no developed facilities. Campers must practice Leave No Trace principles and be self-sufficient with water, waste disposal, and other necessities.
Directions
From Usk, cross the bridge over the Pend Oreille River on the east edge of town and follow Kings Lake Road (County Road 3389) toward the South Baldy area. Access is via forest roads in the vicinity of the South Baldy lookout tower.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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