The Best Backpacking in Lowman

Gaze at the stars on a crisp night from one of Idaho Park & Rec's best backcountry yurts! Cook a meal in the middle of nowhere with all of the provided utensils. Sleep to the glow of a crackling wood fire as the cozy stove keeps you warm through the night.The adventure begins at Beaver Cree...

This is one of many great Idaho Parks & Rec backcountry yurts. It sits on a ridge above some excellent tree skiing with views that make the hike well worth it! The wood stove will keep you warm on the coldest of nights, and the kitchen has all the utensils to make a delicious meal. Depending ...

Perhaps one of the best beginner-esque lake hikes closest to Boise, making your way to Jennie Lake can either be packed-in overnight or and out-and-back day hike. You'll be delighted by the secluded ambiance of the lake and the cool mountain breeze rushing through the pines. Getting There: Make ...

Trail Creek Lakes from Grandjean Trailhead is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lowman, Idaho.

Based in Grandjean, one of the lesser utilized access points to the Sawtooth mountains, this trailhead is one of the most accessible in the range. A short trek on a dirt road, smooth for even Prius standards, off the highway is the gateway to mountainous adventure.The hike starts at 5200' above s...

South Fork Payette River Trail #452 is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lowman, Idaho.

Grand Sawtooths Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Lowman, Idaho.

Baron Pass to Upper Baron Lake is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Lowman, Idaho.

Steel Mountain, which defines the highest point of the Boise National Forest, has the impressive qualities of its neighboring Sawtooths. From its few alpine lakes to its sharp cliff-like ridges, Steel Mountain has something for everybody, as long as you’re willing to work for it. The closest est...

Cape Horn to Lola Lakes is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lowman, Idaho.

Blue Bunch Mountain Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Stanley, Idaho.

The Sawtooth mountain range consists of hundreds, maybe thousands, of small, crystal clear lakes. Because of the sheer number of lakes, there are many destinations where the foot traffic is considerably low. Most weekend packers will stick to the familiar: they find themselves hiking to Sawtooth ...

Stanley Lake To Alpine Lake is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflower slocated near Stanley, Idaho.

Goat Lake and Goat Falls via Iron Creek Trail, Alpine Way Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Stanley, Idaho.

Sawtooth Lake is "must-see" for Idaho hikers or any outdoor enthusiasts visiting the Sawtooth National Forest. The five mile trek to the lake is made worthwhile by breathtaking, photogenic alpine lakes and the crisp, clean Idaho air. It's up to you whether to day hike the trail or to camp at the ...

Alpine Way to Stanley Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Stanley, Idaho.