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The Oregon Trail, South Central Idaho

Hiking in Idaho: explore the regions and the trails

Every region has its own hike.

Pick a region in Idaho, discover its landscapes and compare trails by duration, level and access: 9 trails in 5 regions.

By François Dumaine

The Oregon Trail, South Central Idaho · photo from the LGPO trail page

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Which hike should you pick in Idaho?

The regions in Idaho

Different landscapes. Real leads to help you choose.

Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation

Frequently asked questions

Where can I do an easy hike in Idaho?

3 of our 9 trails are rated easy; Northern Idaho (1), South Central Idaho (1) and Southeast Idaho (1) have the most. For a first trail: Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation (1.3 km, 20 min).

How do I choose a hiking region?

For the widest choice: Northern Idaho (4 trails) and South Central Idaho (2 trails).

Do I need to book access?

It depends on the place. parks and several reserves may charge an access fee, sometimes with a booking. The trail page says so when the information is known, and the site manager's own website remains the reference.