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Swanson A route map
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Clearwater National Forest/Idaho

Swanson A

North Fork Ranger District (NPCNF), Idaho

0.6 mi

Distance

92 ft

Elev. Gain

14m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Swanson A is a short, easy trail located in the North Fork Ranger District within the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest area. With a total length of 0.6 miles and a gentle elevation gain of 92 feet, it provides a brief and accessible hike suitable for a range of outdoor enthusiasts. The trail reaches a maximum elevation of 4,529 feet, offering a mild terrain in a scenic forest setting.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

uneven terrain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,310 ft
Max:1,381 ft
53 ft
80 ft
1,310 ft1,334 ft1,358 ft1,381 ft0.0 mi0.1 mi0.3 mi0.4 mi0.6 mi

Trail Details

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Managed by United States Forest Service

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Highlights

forest setting

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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