Situated lakeside, the town of Coeur d'Alene is at it's busiest when boaters and sun-bathers take to the shores, but there's also hiking and good golfing on offer, as well as easily accessible skiing in winter.
Several dispersed camp sites are available next to Granite Creek. This trail leads to Granite Peak and intersects with Trail #137. Fantastic views of the upper Prichard Creek drainage, Revette Lake and Tiger Peak can be seen from the upper reaches of this trail.
Details
Length:
4.5 miles
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Time:
1.5 - 2.5 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
3775
Usage:
Light
Useful Map(s):
USGS: Burke
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Access #1: From Coeur d’Alene, Idaho drive east on I-90 taking the Kingston Exit #43. After exiting, travel north on Forest Highway 9 (FH9) 23 miles to Forest Road #208 (FR208). Turn east and continue on FH-9 through Murray, Idaho for another 3.7 miles, making a right turn at Granite Gulch Road. The trailhead is approximately .1 mile up Granite Gulch. Follow signs.
Access #2: From Wallace, Idaho drive north 7.2 miles on FR456 to Dobson Pass. Turn a hard right and travel toward Sunset Peak. Follow the trail signs to Trail #137 that junctions with the upper end of Trail #140.
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