Idaho · Hiking · Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness

Roan Ridge

10.7 mi
round trip
3,257 ft
climb
8,009 ft
high point
Out and back
route

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Roan Ridge is a hard hike in Idaho's Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, on the North Fork Ranger District of the Salmon-Challis National Forest. The trail is an out-and-back that climbs from about 4,640 feet to 8,009 feet, a total gain of 3,257 feet over a route of about 10.7 miles. The Forest Service manages the land, and the trail is open year-round. The route is natural-surfaced and allows horses, but not bikes. That makes it a viable option for riders on horseback, though the climb is steep and the distance is long. Horse Creek, a canoeing spot, lies about 1.5 miles away. Filly Creek and Broom Tail are hikes within about 4 miles. For an overnight base, Corn Creek Campground Complex is roughly 6.9 miles off.