| Alt Names |
Telephone Ridge, Boise National Forest, Warm Lake, Stolle Meadows, South Fork Salmon River, Cougar Rock, Cline Mountain, Rice Creek |
| DESCRIPTION |
Thick forest scenery and plenty of single rack and surrounding OHV trails are the main attraction of the Telephone Ridge Trail. Staging can be done at both the Shoreline and Warm Lake campground and OHV's are allowed to enter and exit the campgrounds to access the designated trails. The best time to visit this area is during the later summer as the trails may still be snow covered until late spring or early summer. Swimming and boating opportunities can be found at Warm Lake.
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Cascade, ID |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 44º 39.499' W 115º 41.956' |
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From: Cascade, ID
1) Take Warm Lake Hwy (NF-22) east about 23 miles
2) Turn right (south) on NF-474
3) Continue about 7 1/2 miles
4) Turn right at junction of NF-478
5) Proceed about 350 feet; trailhead will be on your left |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| Land Type |
National Forest |
| QUALITY |
| Pros |
free, thick forest scenery, nearby campgrounds and lakes |
| Cons |
may have snow until mid summer |
| Rating |
 Very Good
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| Recommended Stay |
1-2 Days
Summer |
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Dates Open |
05/16 - 10/31 |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
Yes (96 dB) |
| Night Riding |
Unknown |
| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
No Restriction |
| Cross Country |
Prohibited |
| ATVs |
Some Areas |
| 4x4s (registered) |
Some Areas |
| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
Some Areas |
| Bicycles |
No Restriction |
| Hiking |
No Restriction |
| Horseback |
No Restriction |
| Camping |
Some Areas |
| Campfires |
Some Areas |
| Alcohol |
No Restriction |
| Fireworks |
Prohibited |
| Firearms |
No Restriction |
| Law Enforcement |
Few/Periodic |
| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Camping Fee |
Yes
Tent: $10.00
RV: $10.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $10.00
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| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Boise National Forest
1249 S. Vinnell Way
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 373-4100
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| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
30 |
| Miles Of Trail |
20 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
5100 to 7800 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained |
| Loose Dirt |
 Some |
| Hard Pack |
Some |
| Sand |
 None |
| Mud |
 Little |
| Dust |
Little |
| Rocks |
Little |
| Trees |
 All |
| Steep Hills |
Some |
| Water Crossings |
 Few |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |
None |
| Single Track |
 Many |
| Roads |
Few |
| Intersections |
Few |
| Rider Traffic |
Some |
| Shade |
All |
| Ranges/Gunfire |
Few |
| Hazards |
Few |
| Novice Terrain |
Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
 Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
Little |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
30+ Miles (SW) |
| Gasoline |
30+ Miles (SW) |
| Diesel |
30+ Miles (SW) |
| Water |
1-5 Miles (NE) |
| RV Hookup |
20-30 Miles (NW) |
| RV Disposal |
20-30 Miles (NW) |
| Campground |
1-5 Miles (NE) |
| Conv Store |
30+ Miles (SW) |
| Swim Area |
1-5 Miles (NE) |
| Water Body |
On Site |
| Boat Ramp |
1-5 Miles (NE) |
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