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Idaho
14.6 mi
Distance
3,873 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Salmon-Challis National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
East Owl Creek
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East Owl Creek is a challenging 14.61-mile trail that climbs nearly 3,900 feet through the remote backcountry of central Idaho. This hard-difficulty route traverses varied terrain typical of the Owl Creek drainage, offering solitude and expansive views for experienced hikers willing to tackle significant elevation gain. The trail rewards persistence with access to high-elevation meadows and ridge country characteristic of Idaho's wilderness areas.
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~2 min drive
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~24 min drive
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~3 min drive
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Rancherio
~9 min drive
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Broom Tail
~10 min drive
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Elkhorn
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Bear Basin
~10 min drive
Moderate 6.4-mile basin loop with gentle climbing and scenic meadow views.
Cramer Basin
~14 min drive
Challenging 11.46-mile alpine basin hike with 3,748 ft elevation gain.
Clear Creek
~11 min drive
A demanding 34-mile backcountry trek with 5,100 ft gain through remote Idaho wilderness.
