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Idaho
27.1 mi
Distance
3,910 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Payette National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Runaway Ridge
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Runaway Ridge is a challenging backcountry trek covering over 27 miles with nearly 4,000 feet of elevation gain, making it a demanding multi-day adventure for experienced hikers. This high-altitude ridge walk offers expansive views across Idaho's wilderness, with the trail traversing alpine terrain and remote ridgelines. The route's length and sustained elevation gain make it ideal for those seeking solitude and a true test of endurance in pristine mountain country.
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