Water Canyon

Idaho

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5.0 mi

Distance

2,135 ft

Gain

Conditions: Blocked

for hike, today

An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good

2 factors · 2 sources

Newest 21 h ago · oldest 22 h

  • problem: Agency alerts

    25 active alerts in Caribou-Targhee National Forest; most severe: 04-15-26-302 Tunnel Fire Closure

    USFSPosted May 8 · checked 22 h ago

  • clear: Weather

    Clear, high 75°F / low 63°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for hike

    OpenWeather21 h ago

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Elevation & route

Distance
5.0 mi
Elevation gain
2,135 ft
Highest point
8,349 ft
Lowest point
6,209 ft
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Managing agency
Forest Service
Bikes
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About this trail

Water Canyon is a 5.01-mile out-and-back trail in Idaho managed by the Forest Service. The route gains 2,135 feet of elevation.

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