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Idaho
3.6 mi
Distance
803 ft
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Paradise Basin
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Paradise Basin is a scenic 3.63-mile hike offering accessible alpine exploration with nearly 800 feet of elevation gain. This trail showcases the natural beauty of central Idaho's backcountry, featuring meadows and basin terrain typical of the region's subalpine environment. The moderate pace and manageable distance make it an excellent choice for hikers seeking mountain vistas without extreme technical demands.
Chicken Springs Ridge
~1 min drive
Easy ridge walk with minimal elevation gain and scenic Idaho backcountry views.
Lake Canyon
~4 min drive
Moderate 8.77-mile canyon hike with 3,432 ft elevation gain.
Upper Lake Bench
~5 min drive
Scenic 2.63-mile alpine bench hike with lake views and moderate elevation gain.
Water Canyon
~4 min drive
Moderate 5.91-mile canyon hike with 2,545 ft elevation gain.
Upper Palisades Creek
~4 min drive
Moderate 6-mile creek-side hike with steady alpine access in central Idaho.
Sheep Camp
~13 min drive
2.9 mi · Easy
East Fork Palisades Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike through forested terrain with steady alpine access.
Dry Elk
~4 min drive
Steady 6.6-mile climb gaining 2,374 ft through Idaho backcountry.
Whiskey Springs
~14 min drive
Steep 2-mile climb gaining 943 ft near Whiskey Springs, Idaho.
Ice Cove
~7 min drive
Moderate 3.76-mile alpine cove hike with 1,492 ft elevation gain.
