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Idaho
38.8 mi
Distance
4,685 ft
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Why you'll love it
Norton Lake
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Norton Lake is a challenging backcountry trek through Idaho's remote wilderness, covering nearly 39 miles with significant elevation gain. This expert-level journey traverses varied terrain with substantial cumulative climbing, rewarding dedicated hikers with alpine lake views and pristine mountain scenery. The distance and elevation profile demand strong fitness and backcountry experience.
Middle Fork East
~1 min drive
Nearly 25-mile backcountry trail through Middle Fork drainage with minimal elevation gain.
Little Soldier Lookout
~8 min drive
Steep 1.87-mile climb to a historic fire lookout with panoramic views.
Pottervine
~8 min drive
Steep 3.16-mile climb with 1,691 ft gain through Idaho forest.
East Fork Thomas Creek
~2 min drive
Moderate 8.31-mile creek drainage hike with 2,732 ft elevation gain.
Big Baldy Lo
~18 min drive
Steep 1.81-mile summit hike with 601 ft elevation gain near Big Baldy.
Sheep Creek
~10 min drive
Moderate 5.93-mile climb through Sheep Creek drainage with 2,122 ft elevation gain.
Little Loon
~6 min drive
Challenging 23.7-mile backcountry trail with 3,476 ft elevation gain in remote Idaho.
Beaver-Trail Creek
~26 min drive
Easy 1.18-mile creek-side walk through Idaho forest.
Mule Hill
~27 min drive
Moderate 5.7-mile foothill climb with nearly 2,000 ft elevation gain.
Canyon Creek
~11 min drive
Moderate 8.75-mile canyon creek hike with 2,461 ft elevation gain.
