Lower Salmon 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
- 10.4 mi (16.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,201 ft (366 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 55 min
- High point
- 2,185 ft (666 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Campsite: Chamberlain Gulch Campsite 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Lower Elkhorn Campsite 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Lower Smith Canyon Campsite 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from start
- Campsite: Upper Smith Canyon Campsite 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Lower Salmon River Trail
How long is Lower Salmon River Trail?
Lower Salmon River Trail is 10.4 mi (16.7 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 55 min. It climbs 1,201 ft (366 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,185 ft (666 m).
How hard is Lower Salmon River Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Lower Salmon River Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Lower Salmon River Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Lower Salmon River Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (17% under trees).
What can you do on Lower Salmon River Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Lower Salmon 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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