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Easy
Idaho

King Creek

Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Idaho

1.9 mi

Distance

981 ft

Elev. Gain

52m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The King Creek Trail is a 1.9-mile path located within the stunning surroundings of the Sawtooth National Recreation Area in Idaho. With an elevation gain of 479 feet, it offers a relatively gentle ascent, making it suitable for a range of hikers. The trail peaks at 2,453 meters, providing hikers with picturesque views characteristic of the region's mountainous terrain. The trail is likely to be surrounded by a forested landscape typical of the Sawtooth area, offering a peaceful nature experience.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:2,152 ft
Max:2,453 ft
305 ft
4 ft
2,152 ft2,252 ft2,352 ft2,453 ft0.0 mi0.5 mi0.9 mi1.4 mi1.9 mi

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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