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Idaho
12.8 mi
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Cottonwood Creek
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Cottonwood Creek Trail is a moderate-to-challenging 12.78-mile journey through central Idaho's diverse terrain, following the creek drainage through mixed forest and open meadows. This trail offers excellent opportunities to observe riparian ecosystems and mountain scenery while gaining significant elevation through switchbacks and steady climbing. The creek itself provides a reliable water source and scenic focal point throughout most of the hike.
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~11 min drive
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~14 min drive
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~7 min drive
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Melville Ridge
~21 min drive
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~16 min drive
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Cold Creek
~8 min drive
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~24 min drive
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Sleeping Deer Lo
~17 min drive
Short, easy foothill hike with steady elevation gain near Sleeping Deer.
Hot Creek Ridge
~12 min drive
Scenic 10+ mile ridge hike with steady elevation gain and alpine views.