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South Couch Summit Shortcut route map
Easy

South Couch Summit Shortcut

Fairfield Ranger District, Idaho

1.7 mi

Distance

853 ft

Elev. Gain

55m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The South Couch Summit Shortcut is a 1.7-mile trail located in the Fairfield Ranger District. With an elevation gain of 702 feet, this trail presents a moderate challenge due to the elevation gain, despite being classified as 'easy'. The trail reaches a maximum elevation of 2089 meters, offering potential scenic views from higher elevations. The trail is not a loop, requiring hikers to return the same way they came. Given its location in a ranger district, the environment likely features forested areas and diverse natural scenery.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,823 ft
Max:2,089 ft
267 ft
1 ft
1,823 ft1,912 ft2,000 ft2,089 ft0.0 mi0.4 mi0.8 mi1.3 mi1.7 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

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.

Best Seasons

Highlights

scenic viewsforest setting

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Imported route

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Idaho hunting page

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