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Idaho
7.5 mi
Distance
2,203 ft
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Thunder Creek
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Thunder Creek Trail is a moderately challenging 7.45-mile out-and-back hike featuring over 2,200 feet of elevation gain through Idaho's backcountry. This trail offers a rewarding climb through forested terrain with creek-side sections that provide scenic water features and cooler microclimates. The steady ascent and substantial elevation gain make this an excellent choice for hikers seeking a solid cardiovascular workout with mountain views.
Char Creek
~2 min drive
Moderate 12.8-mile creek-drainage hike with 1,817 ft elevation gain.
East Fork Creek
~5 min drive
Easy creek-side hike through Idaho backcountry with modest elevation gain.
Spar Peak
~7 min drive
Steady 6.8-mile climb to alpine views with nearly 3,000 ft elevation gain.
East Fork Peak
~3 min drive
Steady 7.58-mile climb to alpine ridgeline with 2,948 ft gain.
South Fork Ross Creek
~11 min drive
Steep 1.19-mile creek drainage hike with 749 ft elevation gain.
Regal Mine
~7 min drive
Moderate 4.59-mile hike to historic mining site with 1,341 ft elevation gain.
Rattle Ridge
~6 min drive
Moderate 8.4-mile ridge hike with 1,229 ft elevation gain in central Idaho.
Ross Creek Nature
~13 min drive
Easy 1.4-mile nature walk with minimal elevation gain.
Ross Creek
~11 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike through Montana forest with steady elevation gain.
Little Spar Lake
~6 min drive
Moderate 7.4-mile alpine lake hike with 1,258 ft elevation gain.
