Caribou Ridge
Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Kootenai County, ID
Out-and-back trail in Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Kootenai County, ID. Hiking.
- Distance
- 9.8 mi (15.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,290 ft (698 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 20 min
- High point
- 4,413 ft (1,345 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Mount Coeur d'Alene 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Caribou Ridge
How long is Caribou Ridge?
Caribou Ridge is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 20 min. It climbs 2,290 ft (698 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,413 ft (1,345 m).
How hard is Caribou Ridge?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Caribou Ridge?
Parking at the start, 3 spaces.
Are there water and toilets on Caribou Ridge?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Caribou Ridge shaded?
Mostly shaded (98% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Caribou Ridge?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Caribou Ridge?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Caribou Ridge?
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.
Trails near Caribou Ridge
- Caribou Ridge Idaho Panhandle National Forests · Expert · 9.8 mi (15.8 km)
- Caribou Ridge Nrt Trail Idaho Panhandle National Forests · Expert · 8 mi (12.8 km)
- Wilson Trail Idaho Panhandle National Forests · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.2 km)
- Mineral Ridge Trail Kootenai County · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Lost Man Trail Idaho Panhandle National Forests · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
- Red Trail Kootenai County · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Orange Trail Kootenai County · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Lake Coeur d'Alene Scenic Byway Kootenai County · Expert · 35.7 mi (57.4 km)
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