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Idaho
2.4 mi
Distance
54 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Salmon-Challis National Forest
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Wapiti Meadows Loop
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Wapiti Meadows Loop is an easy, scenic 2.4-mile circuit through open meadowland in central Idaho. This gentle loop offers pleasant views of the surrounding landscape with minimal elevation gain, making it ideal for families and casual hikers. The trail's name references the elk (wapiti) that inhabit the region, and visitors may encounter wildlife in the meadow environment.
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Buckhorn
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