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Idaho
2.6 mi
Distance
674 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Caribou-Targhee National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Salamander Lake
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Salamander Lake is a scenic 2.61-mile out-and-back trail featuring a moderate elevation gain of 674 feet, making it an accessible option for hikers seeking alpine lake views. The trail climbs through forested terrain to reach a pristine mountain lake, offering a rewarding destination with opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. This relatively short hike is ideal for families and those looking for a half-day adventure in central Idaho.
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~2 min drive
Scenic creek-side hike with steady elevation gain through Idaho forest.
Lake Creek
~2 min drive
Easy 5.55-mile creek-side hike with minimal elevation gain.
Hancock Lake
~5 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic rewards.
Two Top Divide
~58 min drive
Quick out-and-back climb to an alpine divide with panoramic views.
Coalmine
~2 min drive
Moderate 4.59-mile forest hike with steady elevation gain and historical character.
East Camas - Table Mtn.
~5 min drive
Moderate 7.75-mile hike to Table Mountain with 1,530 ft elevation gain.
Aldous Lake Loop
~6 min drive
Easy lakeside loop with minimal elevation gain near Aldous Lake.
West Camas Creek
~19 min drive
Easy creek-side forest walk with gentle elevation gain near Camas Prairie.
Bear Gulch-Table Mtn
~10 min drive
Moderate 9.93-mile climb to Table Mountain with 1,712 ft elevation gain.
Mile Creek
~48 min drive
Easy 2-mile creek walk with 242 ft gain near Mile Creek, Montana.
