- This 42 mile partially paved road starts just outside of McCall and goes through beautiful scenery to the old mining town of Warren.
- The drive takes a little over an hour and is not accessible during the winter.
- Along the way are hiking trails, picnic spots, alpine lakes, and Burgdorf Hot Springs.
Overview
The historic Warren Wagon Road takes you from McCall’s west side along the sparkling glacial waters of Payette Lake and Upper Payette Lake to the old mining town of Warren, Idaho. Rambling through towering Ponderosa pines and beautiful Douglas Fir, this 42 mile road was originally an old pack trail. Only 30 miles of this scenic road are paved and it is closed during the winter months. Warren Wagon Road provides access to many hiking trails, picturesque picnic spots, and Burgdorf Hot Springs.
Driving Directions
Starting in McCall, head west on E. Lake Street (Highway 55) for just over a mile. Take a right at Warren Wagon Road and follow it for about 42 miles to Warren.
Time/Distance
Warren Wagon Road is approximately 42 miles long, and takes a little over an hour to drive. Only 30 miles of the road are paved.
Highlights
- History – Back in the 1800s this road was used to transfer goods and mining equipment to and from Warren, which was once a gold mining town.
- Burgdorf Hot Springs – A few miles before you reach Warren you can turn off Warren Wagon Road at Road 246 - these natural hot springs are just two miles ahead. There is a two-story log hotel at Burgdorf that’s listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
- Warren Auto Tour - The McCall Ranger District office offers tourists an audio version of the Warren Auto Tour that provides interesting highlights and history about Warren Wagon Road.
- Mushroom hunting – The countryside around Warren provides the perfect conditions for morel mushrooms to grow.
