Hike to Prairie and Miner Lakes

The 7200' trailhead is suitable for any vehicle to arrival. In fact, this trail head may be the most suitable that I've seen in Idaho, with only a few miles on a gravel road.

See this detailed Caltopo map for a better understanding of this route.

This trail isn't an exact loop, but rather more of a "P" shaped lasso. You hike two and a quarter miles, gaining roughly 500 ft of elevation to a fork in the trail. To the left (southeast) leads to Miner Lake. Straight ahead (southwest) leads to Prairie lake. No matter which way you go, the trail will give you the option loop back around to the reciprocating lake. However, I believe that because the route to Miner Lake is more of a direct ascent, it is easier on your legs to take the more gradual route to Prairie Lake.

Opting for the route to Prairie Lake first, like I did, you'll gain another 1000' in elevation over 2.2 miles (1100' over 1.5 miles to Miner). If you're going to stay the night, Prairie Lake is a good halfway point. On the south side of this lake there is a lovely campsite with log benches and flat ground. Be sure to mark this site as yours upon arrival.

In the morning, or after visiting for just a bit if you're on a dayhike, back track an eighth of a mile to the trail on the north side of the lake and find the trail that goes to Miner lake (well marked with a sign). Follow this trail ascending and descending for two miles to Miner lake. This is another good option to camp the night if you can hike the 7 miles in one stretch.

Finally, head back to the fork where you split off and then north to the trailhead.