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Idaho
6.8 mi
Distance
1,795 ft
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Sulphur - West Elk
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The Sulphur - West Elk trail is a moderate mountain hike offering nearly 7 miles of scenic alpine terrain with substantial elevation gain through the West Elk region. This trail showcases the rugged beauty of Idaho's high country, traversing through subalpine meadows and forested sections while climbing toward the West Elk peaks. The route provides excellent views of the surrounding mountain landscape and is popular with hikers seeking a half-day adventure with genuine elevation challenge.
Tyndall - Sulphur
~3 min drive
Moderate 6.2-mile alpine hike with 1,665 ft elevation gain.
Warm Lake
~4 min drive
Long backcountry loop around Warm Lake with moderate elevation gain.
Sulphur Creek
~4 min drive
Remote 32.61-mile backcountry trail with 2,292 ft elevation gain.
Switchback
~7 min drive
Moderate 6.43-mile climb with 2,027 ft gain and scenic switchbacks.
W Fk Elk Creek
~8 min drive
Nearly 20-mile backcountry trek through West Fork Elk Creek drainage with steady elevation gain.
North Fork of Sulphur Creek
~8 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike through forested drainage with steady elevation gain.
Porter Creek
~8 min drive
Remote 27.6-mile backcountry trail with 2,812 ft elevation gain in central Idaho.
N Fk Sulphur Creek
~9 min drive
Moderate 10.79-mile creek drainage hike with gentle elevation gain.
Long Lake
~11 min drive
Easy 1.4-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with modest elevation gain.
Silver Moon
~12 min drive
Easy 5.59-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Silver Moon, Idaho.
