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Blacktail/Mud Lake route map
ExpertPoint to Point
Challis National Forest/Idaho

Blacktail/Mud Lake

Lost River Ranger District, Idaho

11.0 mi

Distance

1,421 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 22m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

We don't have an editorial description for Blacktail/Mud Lake in our cache yet. The planning stats above (distance, elevation gain, estimated time, route type) come from the source listed on this trail.

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Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Trail Details

Route Type
Point to Point
Surface
Dirt

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Managed by United States Forest Service

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We display cached information from agency feeds. Hours, fees, permits, closures, fire restrictions, and conditions change without notice. Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Confirm current conditions for this trail using the links above before you go — you are responsible for compliance. Last verified by us: Jul 28, 2026. Spot an error in our data?

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This trail crosses hunting units

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