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Idaho
5.0 mi
Distance
854 ft
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Why you'll love it
Upper Yellowjacket Cr.
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Upper Yellowjacket Creek trail is a scenic 4.95-mile hike featuring moderate elevation gain through Idaho's backcountry. This trail follows a creek drainage with mixed forest and riparian habitat, offering a rewarding out-and-back experience for hikers seeking solitude and natural water features. The creek corridor provides cooling relief and opportunities to observe wildlife in their natural habitat.
Golden Trout Lake
~3 min drive
Easy 1.2-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with minimal elevation gain.
Hoodoo Meadows
~4 min drive
Long-distance meadow traverse with gentle grades and expansive alpine views.
Harbor Lake
~7 min drive
Moderate 3.4-mile alpine lake hike with 848 ft elevation gain.
Middle Fork Peak Cut Off
~16 min drive
Steep 1.3-mile alpine cutoff with 649 ft gain to Middle Fork Peak.
Wilson Creek
~5 min drive
Moderate 6.38-mile creek-side hike through Idaho forest and meadows.
Middle Fork River
~15 min drive
Easy riverside walk along the Middle Fork River with minimal elevation gain.
Soldier Bar
~22 min drive
Steep 1.32-mile climb with 490 ft gain near Soldier Bar.
Gant Ridge
~6 min drive
Long ridge traverse with expansive views across Idaho backcountry.
Lick Creek
~16 min drive
Moderate 5-mile climb gaining 1,851 ft through Idaho forest terrain.
Waterfall
~6 min drive
Remote 32-mile backcountry route with waterfall features and sustained elevation gain.
