Idaho Map

Request Free Visitor Guides

Smithie Fork Trail - No. 81

Contact Info
Salmon-Challis National Forest
716 West Custer
PO Box 507
Mackay, ID 83251

Phone:
208-588-3400
Basics
Length:
3 miles
Difficulty:
Easy,
Intermediate
Time:
1 to 1-1/2 hrs
Trailhead Elevation:
7800 feet
Season:
July to October

Description

Trail wanders along gentle switchbacks through an old wildfire burn. Visitor will see fir and lodge pole pine among black areas with green patches. Trail then climbs out of the Left Fork of Smithie Fork to a picturesque old log cabin nestled in Smithie meadows. Visitor should look for the old mining road by the cabin. Photographers will want to keep a close eye our for "camp robbers" (blue jays) as well as deer and elk.

Details

Length:
3 miles
Difficulty:
Easy
Intermediate
Time:
1 to 1-1/2 hrs
Trailhead Elevation:
7800
Season:
July to October
Additional Details:

Trail Begins: Access #1 begins at Smithie Fork Road #101 at Old Mining Cabin (continues from the main Sawmill Canyon Road) Access #2 begins at Smithie Meadows where old cabin is located. The road forks to the right off from road

Trail Ends: Smithie Meadows

Convenience available: Parking is available at both Access #1 and Access #2 however, no modern facilities are available

Map + Directions


Copyright © 1997 - 2024 The Go Travel Sites. All Rights Reserved and.

Email Page Link

Complete the form below to email this page to a friend or family member's email. You can send yourself an email as well. Your email and your recipient's email will NOT be shared with anyone. See our full Privacy Policy for details.
:
:
:
 
 
 
:
Copy Yourself on the Email Yes No
:
:

1

Select a Free Visitor Guides below

2

Complete the form to receive your guides by mail

Below are the Free Visitor Guides for Sun Valley / Ketchum. More Visitor Guides are available in Idaho. Click here to view them all!

Visit Idaho Visit Idaho Visit Idaho
IdahoStart planning your Idaho adventure. Vacation is more than just scenery; it’s about making life long memories. Download or order the free Idaho Travel Guide here.
Request this Free Visitor GuideRequested! You're all set! Request a few more Visitor Guides, or complete the form below to receive your guides by mail.
Discover Wood River Valley - Sun Valley Discover Wood River Valley - Sun Valley Discover Wood River Valley - Sun Valley
Mountains All the Best Adventures For those with a High Altitude Attitude. Discover our Award Winning Visitor’s Guide
Request this Free Visitor GuideRequested! You're all set! Request a few more Visitor Guides, or complete the form below to receive your guides by mail.