Cottonwood Butte Trail
Payette National Forest, Idaho County, ID
Point-to-point trail in Payette National Forest, Idaho County, ID. Hiking.
- Distance
- 25.9 mi (41.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 9,370 ft (2,856 m)
- Est. Time
- 13 hr 5 min
- High point
- 9,042 ft (2,756 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Questions about Cottonwood Butte Trail
How long is Cottonwood Butte Trail?
Cottonwood Butte Trail is 25.9 mi (41.6 km) long. Most people take about 13 hr 5 min. It climbs 9,370 ft (2,856 m) in total, up to a high point of 9,042 ft (2,756 m).
How hard is Cottonwood Butte Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Cottonwood Butte Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Cottonwood Butte Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Cottonwood Butte Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (49% under trees).
What can you do on Cottonwood Butte Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Cottonwood Butte 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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