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Idaho
7.1 mi
Distance
706 ft
Gain
Agency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is marginal
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Newest 6 h ago · oldest 26 d
caution: Agency alerts
17 active alerts in Payette National Forest; most severe: South Fork Salmon River and Big Creek Float
USFS26 d ago
caution: Weather
Rain, high 57°F / low 43°F, 100% precip — 68/100 for hike
OpenWeather6 h ago
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Why you'll love it
Cold Mountain
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Cold Mountain offers a moderate day hike through Idaho's scenic terrain, gaining over 700 feet of elevation across 7.13 miles of trail. This route provides a rewarding climb with views typical of the region's forested landscape and alpine transitions. The trail is well-suited for hikers seeking a half-day adventure with steady but manageable elevation gain.
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