Dry Creek Road

Dry Creek Road is one of several access roads that connect the agricultural area north of the Sawtooth National Forest to the vicinity of Oakley Rogerson Road. It is an easy road suitable for any vehicle with moderate ground clearance. While the surface is mostly dirt and coarse sand, there are areas where the natural base rocks protrude, causing a rather rough ride. The road primarily follows a long ridge with some rather outstanding panoramic views. The northern portion of the road is located on BLM land and features a relatively high-quality sagebrush steppe. Once you enter the National Forest, the sagebrush is often replaced by stands of both deciduous and coniferous trees, creating a delightful patchwork pattern. The trees become more abundant towards the south end of the road, but like much of Southern Idaho, many stands have burned over the years, leaving thick stands of dead trees.

Although dispersed camping is allowed along all of Dry Creek Road, there are no established dispersed sites within view of the road. Many side roads may lead to nice camping sites and are available for further exploration with an adequate vehicle.