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Idaho
0.6 mi
Distance
131 ft
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Big Rainbow Lake
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Big Rainbow Lake is a short and accessible alpine lake hike perfect for families and casual hikers seeking mountain scenery without extensive commitment. This 0.6-mile trail gains just 131 feet while delivering views of the pristine lake nestled in Idaho's high country. The gentle terrain and minimal elevation change make this an ideal choice for enjoying subalpine beauty in a quick outing.
Heart Lake
~0 min drive
Easy lakeside walk to Heart Lake with minimal elevation gain.
Middle Rainbow Lake
~0 min drive
Easy walk to a scenic alpine lake with minimal elevation gain.
Little Lookout Lake
~1 min drive
Ultra-easy lakeside walk with minimal elevation gain.
Green Island Lake
~2 min drive
Easy half-mile stroll to a scenic alpine lake.
Rainbow Basin
~3 min drive
Scenic 8.94-mile moderate loop through colorful basin terrain with steady elevation gain.
Big Trinity Lake
~3 min drive
Easy 1-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with minimal elevation gain.
Mineral Creek
~13 min drive
Easy half-mile creek walk through Idaho forest.
Haypress Creek
~28 min drive
Moderate 6.3-mile creek drainage hike with 1,757 ft elevation gain.
Jumbo Creek
~30 min drive
Moderately challenging creek-side climb with nearly 3,000 ft elevation gain.
Big Water Gulch
~31 min drive
Steady 4-mile gulch climb with 1,248 ft elevation gain near Big Water.
