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Trail Creek Trail #453

5.0 (1 Rating)
Great wilderness access point with hot springs nearby for an after-hike soak.
5.4
mi
Distance
2,883
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingCommonly BackpackedFall ColorsFamily FriendlyFishingHot SpringRiver/CreekSpringViewsWaterfall
Access Issues
You'll need to sign in at the wilderness boundary.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.37mi
Distance
2,883ft
Elevation Gain
78ft
Elevation Loss
50%
Max Grade
8,039ft
High Point
5,234ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Great trail with access to Trail Creek Lakes and the Sawtooth Wilderness. The trail starts just past Grand Jean and is a popular route due to it's easy access. A steady but mild climb takes you up and into the Sawtooth Wilderness and the intersection of Observation Peak Trail #614 and Iron Creek - Stanley Lake Trail #640 with side trip option to trail Creek Lakes. This trail has the added perk of following a creek the whole way so you can filter ice-cold refreshing water all along the way. When you get back be sure to hit the hot springs in Grand Jean for a recovery soak. Your feet have earned it.

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Contributors
Joseph States