Dispersed Camping
No dispersed camping coordinates are listed for this route.
Allowed Vehicles
Highlights
Getting There
Safety & Regulations
- Always check current conditions before heading out. Weather can change rapidly in Idaho backcountry.
- OHV registration required for all off-highway vehicles in Idaho.
- Stay on designated routes. Respect wilderness boundaries and private property.
- Carry extra fuel, water, and supplies. Cell service is often unavailable.
About Scout Mountain Area
Scout Mountain near Pocatello provides nature trails and campsites for snowmobiling, ATVs, hiking, biking and horseback riding. Scout Mountain Campground is located just 13 miles south of Pocatello, Idaho. It is a great place for birding and wildlife viewing. ATV & Recreation Trails: View our ArcGIS interactive map. Snowmobile Map: Idaho State Parks Snowmobile Trail Map with Grooming Info Scout Mountain Campground Scout Mountain/Mink Creek Birding
What stands out
- High Country
- Scenic
- ATV
- Snowmobile
- Bike
- UTV
When to go: Summer and Fall typically offer the best window.
Vehicles: ATV, Snowmobile, Bike, UTV. Standard offroad prep applies: appropriate tires, ground clearance, and a basic recovery kit.
Upper Snake context
The Upper Snake wraps western Yellowstone — Island Park's caldera, the Targhee Forest, and the Teton Valley. Wildlife density is among Idaho's highest (grizzly, wolf, elk, moose), so bear-aware practices are baseline. Many drainages have seasonal wildlife closures. Rexburg, Ashton, and Driggs are the bases.
Best for drivers who understand their vehicle and the cost of a mistake in remote country.
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