227 m away
Rattlesnake Ledge
A very accessible hike to a stunning overlook.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 7.2 km
- Ascent
- 352 m
- Descent
- 352 m
Cedar Butte Loop
Quick and easy ascent via the main trail to views up the Middle Fork Valley
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 6.3 km
- Ascent
- 301 m
- Descent
- 303 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 295 m
- High Point
- 575 m
- Gradient
- 11˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be easy. It's not remote, it features low exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 295 m to the maximum altitude of 575 m, the route covers 6.3 km, 301 vertical metres of ascent and 303 vertical metres of descent.
Description
This trail starts on the graded Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail turns upward just after crossing Boxley Creek. The top is wooded but provides a view up the Middle Fork Valley. Take the Boxely Creek Blowout variant on the way down for a less steep descent.
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Dog friendly
- Family friendly
- Forestry or heavy vegetation
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Twin Falls
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Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 3.9 km
- Ascent
- 214 m
- Descent
- 214 m
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Mount Si
A popular climb to gorgeous views from the summit of Mount Si.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
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Granite Lakes
Escape the crowds on this isolated hike to Granite Lakes.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 757 m
- Descent
- 756 m
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