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Idaho
9.5 mi
Distance
462 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Mikesell
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The Mikesell Trail is a moderate day hike offering a pleasant journey through Idaho's backcountry with steady elevation gain and scenic forest surroundings. This nearly 9.5-mile route provides a good workout for intermediate hikers seeking a half-day adventure without extreme technical demands. The trail showcases typical Idaho foothill terrain with mixed conifer forests and open vistas.
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Fuzzy Bunny
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Elbow Fork
~3 min drive
Moderate 3.5-mile climb with 946 ft gain near Elbow Fork, Idaho.
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Upper Lake Bench
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Scenic 2.63-mile alpine bench hike with lake views and moderate elevation gain.
Mikesell Canyon
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Moderate canyon hike with 1,800 ft elevation gain near Mikesell Canyon, Idaho.
Coal Creek
~8 min drive
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Powerline Jumps
~12 min drive
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Yeti's Loop
~4 min drive
Easy 2.54-mile loop with 278 ft gain—perfect for beginners.
