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  • Hill City, Idaho

    Photograph the Camas Lilies on the Camas Prairie

    4.0
    Each spring the Camas Prairie comes alive with acres of vibrant Camas lilies. The bloom lasts from late May to mid-June.From Route 20 turn south onto Wolf Lane east of Hill City, following the Centennial Marsh Wildlife Management Area signs. The road is dirt but passable for sedans.Stop at the Ce...
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  • Gooding County, Idaho

    Hike the Little City of Rocks

    4.0
    4.2 mi / 800 ft gain
    Located near Gooding, Idaho, the Little City of Rocks provides endless wandering through volcanic ash hoodoos and sagebrush desert.The parking area is less than two miles down a decently graded dirt road. In spring there is a water crossing. If your car cannot cross park and walk the short distan...
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  • Mountain Home, Idaho

    Relax at Big and Little Trinity Lakes

    6 mi / 300 ft gain
    Because of the altitude of the this lake, the road to it doesn't open up until mid to late July. You can still get to the lake, but it is a 6 mi round trip hike down a dusty dirt road. It gets old. When the road is open, you can drive right up to the lake.  To get there, right before the town of ...
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  • Ketchum, Idaho

    Hike to Baker Lake

    5.0
    2.5 mi / 900 ft gain
    From Baker Creek trailhead, head up the trail as it winds through pine forest and mountain meadows (if you time it right, this hike is ideal for seeing all kinds of wildflowers!). Some sections can be steep, but nothing small children shouldn't be able to handle. The lake itself is a good place t...
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  • Ketchum, Idaho

    Hike to Norton Lakes

    5.0
    5 mi / 1400 ft gain
    Starting at the Norton Lakes trailhead, travel up into the mountains through pine forest, with several small stream crossings (if you're going early in the summer, be prepared to wade). Although this trail packs on the elevation quickly, you're rewarded after just 2.1 miles with a view of beautif...
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  • Hailey, Idaho

    Hike Carbonate Mountain

    4.0
    1.88 mi / 1306 ft gain
    Starting at 5,315ft elevation and ascending to 6,585ft, this short hike is a great way to see and experience Hailey, Idaho. From Hailey main street head west on Bullion St, the trailhead parking is to the right just after you cross the Big Wood River.You have two choices when hiking Carbonate, yo...
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  • Hailey, Idaho

    Draper Preserve

    3.0
    0.65 mi / 36 ft gain
    Draper Preserve is a family friendly, dog friendly, photograph friendly hike accessible from the center of Hailey.  Lion Park, the starting point of this hike, has ample parking, a covered picnic area, and bathroom facilities. In the winter there is also a warming hut for the nearby cross countr...
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  • Ketchum, Idaho

    Camp at the Coyote Yurts

    5.0
    The Coyote Yurts are a little known treasure within the Sawtooth National Forest. Built and maintained by Sun Valley Trekking, these yurts are equipped with everything you need for a weekend getaway during any season of the year. Adventurers who enjoy mountain biking and backcountry skiing will n...
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  • Ketchum, Idaho

    Hike to Prairie and Miner Lakes

    4.0
    10 mi / 1975 ft gain
    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...
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  • Elmore County, Idaho

    Explore the South Fork of the Boise River

    3.8
    In just over an hour, you can leave downtown Boise and arrive above Arrowrock Reservoir in a location so unique that you won't believe you're still in Idaho. The South Fork of the Boise River provides excitement for campers, wildlife lovers, and outdoor goers. Although I just visited for the firs...
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  • Ketchum, Idaho

    Hike to Titus Lake

    This 3-mile round trip hike starts at above 8,000 feet, just shy of Galena Summit. If you have not yet adjusted to the mile-high altitude of Ketchum, prepare to be fairly winded throughout this walk. Though only 1.5 miles to the lake, the trail is at times quite steep, so be prepared to climb. Th...
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  • Wendell, Idaho

    Hike and Swim at Box Canyon Springs

    5.0
    4.3 mi / 351 ft gain
    Tucked away, almost hidden in a vast expanse of farmland, lies a secluded canyon filled with natural springs, crystal clear water, waterfalls and wildlife. There’s a good chance you may miss the turn off to the trailhead, so keep a keen eye peeled for the small park signage. There are two parking...
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  • Bruneau, Idaho

    Hike the Bruneau Sand Dunes

    4.1
    3 mi / 470 ft gain
    Set off from the Bruneau Lake parking lot and circumnavigate the lake in a clockwise direction. The hike traverses small rolling dunes before beginning it's ascent of the big dune. The big dune rises 450 feet and it's loose sand is both entertaining to climb as well as a test of patience.The 360 ...
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  • Ketchum, Idaho

    Mountain Bike the Griffin Butte Loop

    4 mi / 700 ft gain
    Easily accessible from town, you can peddle right up to the trail. There is a small parking lot at the trailhead as well. This is one of those trails that are fantastic in either direction you choose to ride it. To jump right into the climbing uphill section and have a fun backend ride, hit it co...
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  • Bellevue, Idaho

    Kayak Silver Creek Preserve

    5.0
    Silver Creek Preserve is a fabulous float just outside the tiny town of Picabo, Idaho, on Silver Creek. The creek is spring fed and so is absolutely crystal clear. The float is easy, safe and excellent for new kayakers and children. The water levels are low, the bottom of the stream bed is alm...
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  • Bellevue, Idaho

    Hike Along Silver Creek

    3 mi
    From the intersection of Highways 75 and 20 drive east on Highway 20 for 7.3 miles. Turn right onto Kilpatrick Bridge Road and drive another 1.5 miles to the Silver Creek Preserve Visitor Center.Stop at the Visitor's Center to take in the desert landscape and snap a few pictures. Exit on the far ...
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Camping and Lodging in Hill City

Dog Creek (Id)
Mountain Home, Idaho

Dog Creek (Id)

Elks Flat Campground
Mountain Home, Idaho

Elks Flat Campground

Baumgartner Campground
Mountain Home, Idaho

Baumgartner Campground

Big Trinity Cabin
Mountain Home, Idaho

Big Trinity Cabin

Atlanta Cabin
Atlanta, Idaho

Atlanta Cabin

Chemeketan Campground
Ketchum, Idaho

Chemeketan Campground

Guides, Insights and Stories from Hill City

Roadtripping Idaho's Stunning Thousand Springs Scenic Byway

Roadtripping Idaho's Stunning Thousand Springs Scenic Byway

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From Retiree to Youth

From Retiree to Youth

Emma Smith

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Outbound Reviewed: DaKine Women's Mountain Bike Apparel

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10 Must-Do Hikes in Idaho's Sawtooth Mountains

10 Must-Do Hikes in Idaho's Sawtooth Mountains

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