Salmon Challis National Forest

Salmon Challis National Forest is a recognized dark sky location in Idaho for stargazing and astronomy activities.

Bortle

Salmon Challis National Forest is rated BORTLE CLASS 1.

Type

As a U.S. national forest, dispersed camping, also known as boondocking, is permitted away from car/RV campsites. This allows you to find even darker skies. A permit may be required.

For more info, see their website. See also all dark sky places in ID.


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