Backpack through Surprise Valley to Lake 10148
Mackay, Idaho
4.0
13 mi
/ 2900 ft gain
I have a hard time getting the word "legendary" out of my mind when referencing this hike. I liked it that much.
The trailhead begins at 7200'; be prepared to drive 20 miles on a maintained gravel road to get there. The first 3 miles of this out-and-back hike are pretty flat, meandering through a sage, desert terrain. Once you arrive to the fork that splits off to Moose lake, the fun (ascent) ...
Hike the Oolite Interpretive Trail
Grand View, Idaho
5.0
1 mi
/ 200 ft gain
The two to three car parking area is situated at about and elevation of 3000 feet. Situated 200 feet up the interpretive trail stand the oolite rock structures. These structures stretch on for as far as you can see, and only a minute portion are included in the article photography.Access to the trailhead is very easy; any vehicle, even a Prius, can reach it as the road is chip-and-seal the enti...
Born Lakes via 4th of July Lake Trailhead
Stanley, Idaho
4.0
8.17 mi
/ 1736 ft gain
Due to it's higher-than-average starting point, many backpackers use this trailhead to access the remote parts of the Boulder-White Cloud wilderness. The trailhead for this hike, nestled at 8850', is readily accessible by Prius and Jeep alike as the gravel road is well maintained, notwithstanding typical wash-boarding. Within a few miles before the trailhead are some easy places to pull alongsi...
Trail Creek Lakes
Lowman, Idaho
4.5
10.39 mi
/ 2923 ft gain
Based in Grandjean, one of the lesser utilized access points to the Sawtooth mountains, this trailhead is one of the most accessible in the range. A short trek on a dirt road, smooth for even Prius standards, off the highway is the gateway to mountainous adventure.
The hike starts at 5200' above sea level at the Grandjean campground, where there is befittingly "backpacker parking" so you don't...
Explore Jump Creek Falls
Marsing, Idaho
4.3
Jump Creek Falls is an easy-to-access waterfall situated south of Marsing, Idaho. When you arrive to the parking lot right near the trailhead, you'll be starting at around 2600' elevation. Don't expect much change from 2600', unless you are to go exploring the canyon further. From the trailhead, it's only about 1/3 of a mile into the canyon on a well marked and paved path. You'll have to cross ...
Jennie Lake Trail
Boise County, Idaho
4.0
8.38 mi
/ 1998 ft gain
Perhaps one of the best beginner-esque lake hikes closest to Boise, making your way to Jennie Lake can either be packed-in overnight or and out-and-back day hike. You'll be delighted by the secluded ambiance of the lake and the cool mountain breeze rushing through the pines.
Getting There: Make your way to the Jennie Lake trailhead by heading north on Hwy 21 (from Boise) past Idaho City but be...
Marten Lake and Kelly Lake
Lowman, Idaho
5.0
9.16 mi
/ 1434 ft gain
The Sawtooth mountain range consists of hundreds, maybe thousands, of small, crystal clear lakes. Because of the sheer number of lakes, there are many destinations where the foot traffic is considerably low. Most weekend packers will stick to the familiar: they find themselves hiking to Sawtooth lake, while beautiful, might be confused with an outdoor mall.
Enter Kelly and Marten lakes, one of...
Snowshoe Lake Cascade State Park
Cascade, Idaho
1.5 mi
/ 100 ft gain
Lake Cascade sits at about 4700' above sea level, the starting point for this snowshoe (or light nordic skiing). To arrive, follow signs on hwy 55 in Cascade for Lake Cascade State Park. Any car will do, including the Prius, to get to Lake Cascade, but watch the weather for snow storms. Pay $5 down by the dock to park in the boat ramp parking lot; from here head north along the lake/campground....
Hike to Upper Hazard Lake via Hard Creek
Pollock, Idaho
5.0
4.8 mi
/ 500 ft gain
Trail 169 starts out of a small campground off Hazard Lake road. To get to the trailhead, you leave paved roads for about 15 miles of travel on a gravel road, fit for any vehicle - no worries Prius. The campground seems like a suspiciously unofficial campground (nothing wrong with that) but also has an authentic feel. Regardless, feel free to make camp here if you wish.Start off on trail 169 at...
Hike to Prairie and Miner Lakes
Ketchum, Idaho
4.0
10 mi
/ 1975 ft gain
The 7200' trailhead is suitable for any vehicle to arrival. In fact, this trail head may be the most suitable that I've seen in Idaho, with only a few miles on a gravel road.See this detailed Caltopo map for a better understanding of this route.This trail isn't an exact loop, but rather more of a "P" shaped lasso. You hike two and a quarter miles, gaining roughly 500 ft of elevation to a fork i...
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