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Idaho
5.7 mi
Distance
1,726 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
South Wakely
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South Wakely is a moderate 5.66-mile trail featuring 1,726 feet of elevation gain through Idaho backcountry. This out-and-back route offers steady climbing through mixed terrain typical of the region, rewarding hikers with mountain views and forest scenery. The trail provides a solid workout for intermediate hikers seeking a half-day adventure.
Wursten Springs Cut-Off
~2 min drive
Short connector trail to Wursten Springs with steady elevation gain.
South Fork Springs
~2 min drive
Easy 4.75-mile hike to natural springs with gentle elevation gain.
North Elkhorn Ridge
~6 min drive
Steep 1.1-mile alpine climb to scenic ridge views.
Lower Potter
~6 min drive
Short foothills hike with steady elevation gain near Lower Potter.
North Wright Creek
~3 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike through forested Idaho backcountry with steady elevation gain.
North Rowley Canyon
~6 min drive
Steep 1.69-mile canyon hike with 822 ft elevation gain near Rowley.
South Hawkens Loop
~6 min drive
Easy 2.6-mile loop with 255 ft gain near South Hawkens.
Upper Cottrel Springs
~6 min drive
Easy 4.25-mile spring-fed trail with minimal elevation gain.
North Potter
~6 min drive
Steep 1.2-mile foothill climb with 387 ft gain near North Potter.
Upper Hawkens Loop
~8 min drive
Scenic 4.88-mile loop with 388 ft elevation gain near Upper Hawkens.
