4.3 mi
Distance
1,657 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 16m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Upper Pruess is a point-to-point trail in Caribou National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Bear Lake County, Idaho. It is 4.3 miles long and gains 1,657 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Bennington, Idaho, about 8 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,150 ft |
| High point | 3.8 mi | 2,656 ft |
| End | 4.4 mi | 2,430 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Bennington, ID · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Bear Lake County, ID
- Jurisdiction:
- Caribou National Forest · United States Forest Service
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