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Idaho
18.9 mi
Distance
554 ft
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Why you'll love it
Stanley
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The Stanley Trail is a substantial out-and-back trek through the central Idaho backcountry, offering hikers a moderately challenging day hike with consistent elevation gain. This route traverses varied terrain typical of the Sawtooth region, providing access to alpine scenery and wilderness character. The trail's length and steady climbing make it ideal for experienced day hikers seeking solitude and mountain views.
Observation Peak
~24 min drive
Steep 2.4-mile climb to scenic summit views with 1,000 ft gain.
Copper Mountain Trail - Winter
~4 min drive
Easy winter snowshoe trail with gentle climbing and scenic mountain views.
Cape Horn Trail, to Guard Stat
~6 min drive
Easy 3.2-mile walk to Guard Station with minimal elevation gain.
Bear Valley Creek
~10 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through Bear Valley with gentle terrain and scenic water features.
Lola Creek
~5 min drive
Moderate 6.67-mile creek drainage hike with 2,283 ft elevation gain.
Roughneck
~12 min drive
Moderate 5-mile foothills hike with 1,147 ft elevation gain near Roughneck, Idaho.
Catpaw Lake
~18 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain near Catpaw Lake.
Beaver Creek
~5 min drive
A scenic 26.93-mile creek-side trail through Idaho backcountry.
Cutthroat
~20 min drive
Accessible 5.8-mile Idaho trail with steady climbing and scenic high-country views.
Lost Lake
~20 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with modest elevation gain and scenic mountain views.
