Rugged, raw and strangely romantic, Idaho's Sawtooth National Recreation Area takes in over 750,000 acres of protected land rent with rivers and frequented by hikers, bikers and boaters.
Closed to all motorized vehicles April 1 to November 15 except snowmobiles.
One of the most popular trails on the Sandpoint Ranger District, this trail provides access to a beautiful mountain lake. There are views of the Pack River drainage and the Selkirk Crest along the entire route. There are several nice campsites and a bear proof food storage container at the lake.
Not recommended for horses. The access road is very rough and the trail crosses several areas of slab rock.
Details
Length:
2.3 miles
Difficulty:
Difficult
Time:
1.5 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
1432
Useful Map(s):
USGS: The Wigwams
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
From Sandpoint take Hwy. 95 north 13 miles to Pack River Road 231; turn left onto Road 231 and go 20 miles to the trailhead. The last 10 miles of the road is very rough and not recommended for low clearance vehicles.
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