BY KAREN BOSSCK
The Sawtooth National Recreation Area is closing all overnight camping in designated and dispersed sites along the North Fork Road, also known as Road 146, because of a problem bear.
Acting Deputy Area Ranger Brian Anderson made the decision to close the area behind the Sawtooth National Recreation Area headquarters until Idaho Fish and Game officers can trap and relocate the bear.behind
One camper reportedly awoke to find her foot in the bear's mouth. She was not injured.
The closure includes the Caribou Campground two miles north from State Highway 75 and extends two miles north of Camp Manipu.
It's okay to hike in the area but hikers should exercise caution.