Rapid River Trail
Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, Custer County, ID
Point-to-point trail in Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, Custer County, ID. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 21.1 mi (34 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,474 ft (754 m)
- Est. Time
- 8 hr 5 min
- High point
- 6,053 ft (1,845 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Along the way
- Campsite: Pistol Creek Camp 4.3 mi (6.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Big Snag 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from start
- Campsite: Dolly Lake 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Rapid River 8 mi (12.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Rapid River Trail
How long is Rapid River Trail?
Rapid River Trail is 21.1 mi (34 km) long. Most people take about 8 hr 5 min. It climbs 2,474 ft (754 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,053 ft (1,845 m).
How hard is Rapid River Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Rapid River Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Rapid River Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Rapid River Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (41% under trees).
What can you do on Rapid River Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Rapid 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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