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Idaho
19.8 mi
Distance
824 ft
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Why you'll love it
Loon Creek
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Loon Creek is a scenic 19.84-mile trail in central Idaho that traverses through remote backcountry terrain with modest elevation gain of 824 feet. This out-and-back or loop route follows creek drainage through forested and open meadow landscapes typical of the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness area. The trail offers solitude, wildlife viewing opportunities, and access to pristine alpine creek habitat.
Hum Lake
~4 min drive
Challenging 21.58-mile backcountry trek to an alpine lake with 2,894 ft elevation gain.
Brush Lake
~6 min drive
Easy sub-mile walk to a scenic alpine lake with minimal elevation gain.
North Lake
~8 min drive
Moderate 6.14-mile alpine lake hike with 1,821 ft elevation gain.
Box Lake
~9 min drive
Moderate 8-mile hike to alpine Box Lake with 1,760 ft elevation gain.
Twenty Mile
~11 min drive
Easy 0.66-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near Twenty Mile.
Maki Lake
~10 min drive
Accessible alpine lake hike through Idaho forest with scenic mountain views.
Cougar Creek
~12 min drive
Scenic 3.14-mile creek-side hike with moderate elevation gain.
Fall Creek Saddle
~12 min drive
Quick saddle climb with scenic views near Fall Creek.
Goose Creek Trail
~17 min drive
Moderate 11-mile creek valley hike through Idaho's forested terrain.
Split Creek Lookout
~13 min drive
Short forest hike to a scenic lookout with steady elevation gain.
