Ride to Sunset Lookout

Idaho City, ID

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Ride to Sunset Lookout

Awesome 360-degree views of the upper North Fork Boise River country and the Sawtooth Range from the top of the lookout. Located 13 miles northeast of Idaho City. Tread: 9.4 miles of doubletrack.

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Trail Statistics & Information

ActivityMountain Biking
Nearby CityIdaho City
Length9.4 mi
Elevation Gain1,700 ft
Skill LevelStrenuous to moderately strenuous on the 4.7 mile climb to the lookout. Technical difficulty: Easy.
Duration1.5 hours
Trailhead Elevation6,250 ft
Top Elevation7,950 ft
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