Near Upper Stack Rock Trail
Descending through forest from Stack Rock.
Near Upper Stack Rock Trail
Stack Rock from the Stack Rock Trail
Near Upper Stack Rock Trail
An adventurer checks out the huge rock formation.

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Upper Stack Rock Trail

4.3 (18 Ratings)
A tour out to the famous Stack Rock.
4.3
mi
Distance
531
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsLess CrowdedRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Snowbound until May.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.33mi
Distance
531ft
Elevation Gain
531ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
5,804ft
High Point
5,368ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The best route using Stack Rock is to stay left after the large berm. This direction has a steeper climb but allows you to hike down the handbuilt singletrack sections that twist through the forest. On a weekend, this trail can get very busy, especially if it is hot in the valley. A stop at Stack Rock is a must since it is such an impressive formation jutting out of the ridgeline and also a very prominent landmark from Boise.

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Contributors
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