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Idaho
11.0 mi
Distance
588 ft
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Horseshoe Loop
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Horseshoe Loop is an 11-mile circuit trail offering a moderate day hike through Idaho's diverse terrain. This loop-format trail provides excellent scenery with manageable elevation gain, making it ideal for hikers seeking a full day of exploration without extreme technical difficulty. The loop configuration allows for flexible turnaround points and showcases the natural beauty characteristic of Idaho's backcountry.
Surveyor's Ridge
~0 min drive
Remote 17-mile ridge traverse with expansive views and moderate elevation gain.
Skyland Lake
~5 min drive
Easy 0.44-mile walk to scenic Skyland Lake with minimal elevation gain.
Larkins Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate 9.9-mile creek drainage hike with 3,428 ft elevation gain.
Cataract Creek
~2 min drive
Moderate 10.58-mile creek drainage hike with 2,652 ft elevation gain.
Waterfall
~5 min drive
Easy waterfall hike with scenic cascade views near Waterfall, Idaho.
Beaver Peak
~10 min drive
Accessible 5.5-mile peak hike with moderate views and gentle elevation gain.
Martin Creek
~3 min drive
Moderate 6.43-mile creek-side hike with 1,562 ft elevation gain.
Mud Lake
~7 min drive
Easy 0.3-mile walk to Mud Lake with minimal elevation gain.
Steamboat Lake
~18 min drive
Scenic 3.25-mile lake hike with 806 ft elevation gain near Steamboat Lake.
Hero Lake
~4 min drive
Moderate 7.66-mile hike to alpine Hero Lake with 664 ft elevation gain.
