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Idaho
9.4 mi
Distance
1,567 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Payette National Forest
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Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Whimstick Creek
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Whimstick Creek is a moderate 9.37-mile trail offering a rewarding day hike through Idaho's scenic backcountry. The route gains 1,567 feet of elevation while following the creek drainage, providing hikers with riparian forest scenery and mountain stream views. This trail balances accessibility with genuine wilderness experience, making it ideal for intermediate hikers seeking solitude and natural beauty.
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