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Windy Saddle Trailhead provides access to Archer Trail #529, has two hitch rails and a toilet.
At a Glance
Fees:
No Fee.
Usage:
Light
Closest Towns:
Elk City, Idaho
Water:
No
Restroom:
Vault
Information Center:
Red River Ranger District, 208-842-2245
General Information
Directions: From State Highway 14, turn south onto Red River-Dixie Road #222. Follow Road #222 past Red River Ranger Station (now closed) to its junction with Nezperce Trail Road #468. Turn east onto Road #468 and follow it for 20 miles to its junction with Elk Mountain Road #285. Turn north on Road #285 and follow it for 15.5 miles to Windy Saddle.
Activities
Dispersed Camping
This is a four season location - backpacking, day hiking, big game hunting and snowmobiling.