American River Trail
Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, Idaho County, ID
Out-and-back trail in Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, Idaho County, ID. Hiking.
- Distance
- 16.6 mi (26.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,601 ft (488 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 10 min
- High point
- 5,564 ft (1,696 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about American River Trail
How long is American River Trail?
American River Trail is 16.6 mi (26.8 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 10 min. It climbs 1,601 ft (488 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,564 ft (1,696 m).
How hard is American River Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is American River Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (74% under trees).
What can you do on American River Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for American River Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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