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Idaho
2.6 mi
Distance
374 ft
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Why you'll love it
Upper Lake Bench
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Upper Lake Bench is a scenic 2.63-mile trail offering accessible alpine views with moderate elevation gain through Idaho's backcountry. This out-and-back route climbs through mixed forest terrain to reach a bench area with likely lake views and open meadow features. Perfect for hikers seeking a shorter day hike with rewarding vistas without extreme technical difficulty.
Upper Palisades Creek
~1 min drive
Moderate 6-mile creek-side hike with steady alpine access in central Idaho.
East Fork Palisades Creek
~5 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike through forested terrain with steady alpine access.
Sheep Camp
~8 min drive
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Dry Canyon
~2 min drive
Moderate canyon hike with steady elevation gain and high desert views.
Chicken Springs Ridge
~5 min drive
Easy ridge walk with minimal elevation gain and scenic Idaho backcountry views.
Whiskey Springs
~11 min drive
Steep 2-mile climb gaining 943 ft near Whiskey Springs, Idaho.
Waterfall
~2 min drive
Moderate 7.5-mile hike to a scenic waterfall with 2,100 ft elevation gain.
Ice Cove
~5 min drive
Moderate 3.76-mile alpine cove hike with 1,492 ft elevation gain.
Lake Canyon
~3 min drive
Moderate 8.77-mile canyon hike with 3,432 ft elevation gain.
Paradise Basin
~5 min drive
Accessible alpine basin hike with meadows and mountain views.
