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Idaho
45.4 mi
Distance
1,060 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Salmon-Challis National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Shoup-Elk City
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The Shoup-Elk City trail is a challenging long-distance route traversing remote backcountry in central Idaho. This 45+ mile journey connects two historic mining communities through varied terrain, offering solitude and expansive wilderness views. The trail showcases the rugged character of Idaho's interior mountains with moderate elevation gain spread across its substantial distance.
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Harrington Saddle
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Short alpine saddle hike with scenic ridge views in central Idaho.
Cramer Basin
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Skunk Camp
~8 min drive
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Hells Half Acre Mountain
~21 min drive
Steady 5-mile summit hike with 284 ft gain and panoramic views.
Filly Creek
~8 min drive
Challenging 14.24-mile backcountry trek with 3,036 ft elevation gain.
Surprise Creek
~8 min drive
Moderate 7.37-mile creek-side hike through Idaho forest.
Cayuse Creek
~10 min drive
Moderate 12.57-mile creek trail with 2,205 ft gain in central Idaho.
Stud Creek
~10 min drive
Moderate 8.2-mile creek-side climb with 2,290 ft elevation gain.
