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St. Joe National Forest/Idaho

Emerald Butte Ohv

St. Joe Ranger District, Idaho

1.6 mi

Distance

66 ft

Elev. Gain

35m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Emerald Butte OHV is a short, 1.6-mile out-and-back trail located in the St. Joe Ranger District. With an elevation gain of only 66 feet, it offers an easy ride through this scenic region. The trail reaches a maximum elevation of 1257 meters, providing some gentle hills but no strenuous climbs. Given its location in northern Idaho, the trail likely traverses a forested landscape typical of the region.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

potential loose terrain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,215 ft
Max:1,257 ft
120 ft
148 ft
1,215 ft1,229 ft1,243 ft1,257 ft0.0 mi0.4 mi0.8 mi1.2 mi1.6 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Highlights

forest setting

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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