13.3 mi
Distance
2,989 ft
Elev. Gain
5h 56m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
West Elkhorn Foothills is a point-to-point trail in Caribou National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Oneida County, Idaho. It is 13 miles long and gains 2,989 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is Malad City, Idaho, about 5 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 | 1,661 ft |
| High point | 6.4 mi | 2,021 ft |
| End | 13.3 mi | 1,964 ft |
Trail Details
- 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:
- Malad City, ID · about 5 mi away
- County:
- Oneida County, ID
- Jurisdiction:
- Caribou National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Campgrounds near this trail

Devils Creek RV Park
5 mi awayMalad City, ID
Pricing varies — check with the operatorPrivate Reservable
Malad Summit Campground
6.1 mi awayCaribou National Forest
Downey, ID
Check official pricing8 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed Major Issues
Malad Summit Guard Station
6.2 mi awayCaribou National Forest
Downey, ID
Check official pricing1 sitesReservable Cabin Major Issues
Third Creek Group Site
9.8 mi awayCaribou National Forest
Malad City, ID
Check official pricing1 sitesReservable No Service

Dry Canyon Campground
16 mi awayCaribou National Forest
Malad City, ID
Pricing varies — check with the operator
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