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Idaho
6.8 mi
Distance
1,280 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Murdock Creek
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Murdock Creek Trail is a moderate 6.8-mile out-and-back hike featuring steady elevation gain through forested terrain in central Idaho. This trail follows Murdock Creek drainage, offering hikers a chance to experience riparian habitat and mountain forest ecosystems typical of the region. The consistent 1,280 feet of elevation gain provides a good cardiovascular workout while rewarding hikers with creek-side scenery and access to higher elevation meadows.
East Fork
~3 min drive
Moderate 6.73-mile climb gaining 1,929 ft in Idaho's East Fork drainage.
Saddle Trail
~5 min drive
Accessible 3.8-mile trail with 419 ft elevation gain and scenic Idaho vistas.
Bear Cave
~6 min drive
Easy 1-mile cave exploration with minimal elevation gain.
West Fork-North Fork
~6 min drive
Moderate 8-mile fork confluence hike with steady forest climbing.
Chocolate Gulch
~6 min drive
Moderate 5.6-mile gulch hike with 557 ft elevation gain near Chocolate Gulch, Idaho.
Amber Gulch
~7 min drive
Moderate 6.86-mile gulch hike with 1,529 ft elevation gain in central Idaho.
North Fork Loop
~7 min drive
Easy 1.7-mile loop with 210 ft gain through Idaho forest.
Upper North Fork
~7 min drive
Moderate 5.4-mile climb in North Fork drainage with 1,339 ft elevation gain.
Taylor Canyon
~9 min drive
Moderate 4-mile canyon hike with 1,159 ft elevation gain near Taylor Canyon, Idaho.
South Boulder Loop
~10 min drive
Easy 4.56-mile loop with minimal elevation gain near South Boulder, Idaho.
