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Idaho
1.3 mi
Distance
359 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Big Jacks Creek Wilderness
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Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
big jacks trail head
AI-suggested draft · review before you go
Big Jacks Trail is a short, accessible hike perfect for beginners and families looking for a quick outdoor excursion in central Idaho. With modest elevation gain spread across just 1.32 miles, this BLM-managed trail offers a gentle introduction to the region's high desert landscape. The trail provides scenic views typical of Idaho's sagebrush and grassland terrain.
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