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Idaho
5.7 mi
Distance
1,349 ft
Gain
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Middle Fork Elk Creek
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Middle Fork Elk Creek offers a moderate 5.73-mile hike with steady elevation gain through the scenic Elk Creek drainage in central Idaho. This trail provides access to a classic backcountry creek environment with mixed forest and alpine meadow transitions, making it an excellent choice for hikers seeking solitude and natural beauty without extreme technical demands.
West Fork Elk Creek
~1 min drive
Moderate 7-mile creek-side trail with 1,292 ft elevation gain in central Idaho.
South Fork Elk Creek
~1 min drive
Moderate creek-side trail with steady climbing through forested Idaho backcountry.
Rattlesnake Peak
~8 min drive
Strenuous 16.7-mile alpine peak with 4,917 ft gain and expert-level challenge.
Smith Creek on Pollock
~13 min drive
Moderate 7-mile climb gaining 3,000 ft in central Idaho backcountry.
Mosquito Ridge
~13 min drive
Challenging 57.6-mile ridge traverse through Idaho's remote alpine backcountry.
S
~14 min drive
Epic 72-mile backcountry traverse with 3,484 ft gain through Idaho wilderness.
Parks Peak Cut-Off
~15 min drive
Easy 3.8-mile connector trail with minimal elevation gain in central Idaho.
Porphry Creek
~15 min drive
Strenuous 11.34-mile alpine climb with 5,649 ft elevation gain.
Pueblo Summit
~16 min drive
Moderate 8.1-mile summit hike with scenic views in central Idaho.
Cougar Basin
~16 min drive
Remote 29.8-mile backcountry route with 3,952 ft gain through Idaho's Cougar Basin.
