Idaho Giant Red Cedar
Loop Trail? No
Type: Backcountry
Agency: USDA Forest Service
Entry Fee? No
Parking Fee? No Allowed Uses:
Bicycling (on pavement)
Bicycling (off pavement)
Dogs - On leash
Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running
Snow - Cross-country Skiing
Snow - Snowshoeing
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Location: 11 miles north of Elk River, ID.
State(s): Idaho
Counties: Clearwater
Longitude: -116.118197
Latitude: 46.888061
Driving Directions
From Elk River take County Road 382 north for approximately 10 miles, turn right on FS Road 4764, trailhead is 1/4 mile beyond parking area.
Description
Rated easy, the trail is wide and well maintained. The Giant Red Cedar trail introduces visitors to a wet draw bottom and an old-growth cedar stand. The largest tree is designated "Champion Tree of Idaho" (18 feet in diameter, 177 feet in height). Note the large cedar shattered by wind and another fallen giant that is crossed by a footbridge. This trail is closed to all motorized recreation. Paved walkways make this a fully accessible trail.
Additional Details
Width: 60 inches.
Primary Surface: Not Available
Secondary Surface: None
Average Grade: 2%
Maximum Grade: 5%
Elevation Low Point: 1,300
Elevation High Point: 1,310
Elevation Gain (cumulative): Not Available
Year Designated: 1988
Supporting Webpages and Documents
Website: USFS Trail DetailsContact Information
For more information and current conditions, contact the trail manager (listed below). For questions, suggestions, and corrections to information listed on the website, contact American Trails.
Duane Annis
Clearwater National Forest
Clearwater National Forest
12730 Hwy. 12
Orofino , ID
83544
(208) 476-4450
dannis@fs.fed.us
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