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Idaho
11.3 mi
Distance
471 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Payette National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Lower Lodgepole
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Lower Lodgepole is an 11.28-mile trail offering a moderate day hike through Idaho's scenic backcountry. With modest elevation gain of 471 feet spread across the distance, this trail provides an accessible option for hikers seeking a longer outing without extreme climbing. The route traverses lodgepole pine forest typical of central Idaho's mid-elevation zones.
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