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Idaho
18.5 mi
Distance
3,563 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Cougar Creek
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Cougar Creek is a challenging 18.49-mile backcountry trek gaining over 3,500 feet through Idaho's rugged terrain. This expert-level trail follows creek drainage through forested and alpine environments, offering solitude and dramatic elevation changes typical of central Idaho's wilderness. The route demands strong endurance and navigation skills, rewarding experienced hikers with remote mountain scenery.
Martin Ridge
~0 min drive
Long ridge traverse with 3,601 ft gain and expansive alpine views.
Miners Peak
~2 min drive
Moderate 5.59-mile summit hike with 2,604 ft gain near Miners Peak, Idaho.
Poverty Overlook Interpretive
~13 min drive
Easy 0.5-mile interpretive walk with minimal elevation gain and scenic overlook views.
West Fork Buckhorn
~4 min drive
Strenuous 12-mile alpine trek with 3,000 ft elevation gain in remote Idaho backcountry.
Paddy Flat Lake Fork Pack Trail
~17 min drive
Moderate 7.7-mile forest trail to alpine lakes with 1,539 ft elevation gain.
Rainbow Lake
~15 min drive
Easy sub-mile walk to a scenic alpine lake in Idaho.
Log Mountain
~8 min drive
Moderate 9.27-mile forest hike with steady elevation gain near Log Mountain, Idaho.
Maki Lake
~20 min drive
Accessible alpine lake hike through Idaho forest with scenic mountain views.
Fogg Lake
~16 min drive
Easy 1-mile round trip to a scenic mountain lake.
South Fork Buckhorn Creek
~8 min drive
Challenging 16-mile alpine trek with 4,167 ft gain in remote Idaho backcountry.
