Wildhorse Campground
Campground
Campground · 0.2 mi from the trail
Idaho · Hiking · Near Ketchum
Boulder Creek
- 7.8 mi
- round trip
- 2,224 ft
- climb
- 9,535 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Is Boulder Creek open right now?
Alert in the area
The Forest Service lists an alert for Salmon-Challis National Forest.
Stoddard Bridge Construction Closure
Agency alert covering Salmon-Challis National Forest · Order 0413-07-17 · USFS · Salmon-Challis National Forest
As of · Source: USFS · Salmon-Challis National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
Boulder Creek is a hard hike in Idaho's Salmon-Challis National Forest, within the Lost River Ranger District. The trail is an out-and-back that climbs from about 7,300 feet to roughly 9,500 feet, with a total elevation gain of 2,224 feet over a distance of about 7.8 miles. The Forest Service manages the land, and the route is natural-surfaced and open year-round. Bikes are allowed, so the trail works for riders as well as hikers. The climb is steep, and the high point sits well above the low point, making this a route for those prepared for a long, challenging day on foot or on two wheels. Several other trails lie within a couple of miles, including Waterfall Trail and Fall Creek, both about 1.9 miles away. Phi Kappa Campground, about 6.5 miles off, offers a place to stay, and paddlers can head to the East Fork Big Lost River, roughly 7.7 miles away.
Around this trail
Add any of these when you start a tripSleep close Eat after The Sun Valley Club
Restaurant
On your way back · 15 miIf it rains Sun Valley Museum of Art
Museum
In town
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More in KetchumLocal outfitters
- The Sawmill Station35 mi away
- Camp Perkins38 mi away
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