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Idaho
19.9 mi
Distance
2,144 ft
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Why you'll love it
W Fk Elk Creek
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West Fork Elk Creek is a challenging backcountry trail offering nearly 20 miles of wilderness exploration through central Idaho's rugged terrain. This extended journey gains over 2,100 feet of elevation while traversing creek drainages and forested ridgelines typical of the region. The trail rewards experienced hikers with solitude and access to remote alpine country.
North Fork Elk Creek
~6 min drive
15.36-mile North Fork creek trail with 807 ft gain through Idaho backcountry.
Silver Moon
~7 min drive
Easy 5.59-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Silver Moon, Idaho.
North Fork of Sulphur Creek
~14 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike through forested drainage with steady elevation gain.
Sulphur - West Elk
~8 min drive
Moderate 6.8-mile alpine hike with 1,795 ft elevation gain near West Elk peaks.
Tyndall - Sulphur
~11 min drive
Moderate 6.2-mile alpine hike with 1,665 ft elevation gain.
Long Lake
~16 min drive
Easy 1.4-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with modest elevation gain.
Mountain Meadows
~8 min drive
Scenic 6-mile alpine meadow hike with steady elevation gain and open vistas.
Switchback
~14 min drive
Moderate 6.43-mile climb with 2,027 ft gain and scenic switchbacks.
Bear Valley Creek
~17 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through Bear Valley with gentle terrain and scenic water features.
Porter Creek
~11 min drive
Remote 27.6-mile backcountry trail with 2,812 ft elevation gain in central Idaho.
