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Idaho
17.0 mi
Distance
536 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Wagonwheel Springs Loop
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Wagonwheel Springs Loop is a scenic 17-mile circuit in central Idaho offering a moderate-to-challenging day hike through diverse terrain. This loop trail showcases the region's natural springs and rolling landscape, providing hikers with excellent views and a rewarding full-day adventure. The relatively modest elevation gain of 536 feet is spread across the distance, making it accessible to experienced hikers seeking a longer trek.

Parking Lot Rock Trailhead
~53 min drive
This is the end of the Creekside Towers Trail, or the beginning depending on which end you start from. If you need a rest stop there is a bathroom located about 500 ft up the road.
Thompson Creek Loop
~1 min drive
Scenic 5.6-mile creek-side loop with gentle elevation gain through Idaho forest.
Ross Falls (Interp. Trail)
~2 min drive
Easy 0.41-mile interpretive walk to Ross Falls with educational signage.
Diamondfield Jack
~4 min drive
Moderate 8.9-mile desert trail with modest elevation gain and historical significance.

Bath Rock Trail - 0.25 miles
~53 min drive
Starting from the parking lot, this short trail loops around the looming granite formation of Bath Rock. The rock is named for large natural pools of water atop this 240-foot tall monolith. Adventurous visitors can climb up the back side of Bath Rock where handles are affixed…
Rimview Loop
~2 min drive
Easy 2-mile loop with gentle elevation gain and scenic rim views.
Eagle (Interp. Trail)
~5 min drive
Easy 2.4-mile interpretive loop with minimal elevation gain near Eagle.
Fawn Springs Loop
~4 min drive
15.5-mile loop with modest elevation gain through Idaho's scenic high desert.

California Trail History
~54 min drive
Look east and view Circle Creek Basin, where emigrants along the historic California Trail (1843-1882) camped, rested livestock, and left their names in axle grease. Be sure to take a short detour on the trail heading east to see some spectacular views.
Penstemon Loop
~3 min drive
Gentle 5.6-mile loop with minimal elevation gain and scenic wildflower viewing.