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Ship Island Lake

Salmon Idaho Hikes

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Ship Island Lake - Salmon Idaho Hikes

One of the most spectacular areas in the Frank Church–River of No Return Wilderness. Stunning views of Ship Island Lake and the breaks country of the Middle Fork of the Salmon River. Rugged granite mountains with spires, knobs, and huge monoliths. Many lakes with fishing. The north and west sides of the Bighorn Crags are especially noted for bighorn sheep. Milton’s words in Paradise Lost best describe this popular hiking and horse-packing area: “Heaven’s high towers.” It is a must for those enjoy major excursions. Fee at Crags Campground.

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Trail Statistics & Information

Activity Type: Hiking
Nearby City: Salmon
Length: 22 total miles
Elevation Gain: Minimal
Trail Type: Out-and-back
Skill Level: Strenuous
Duration: Backpack
Season: Best August
Trailhead Elevation: 8,400 feet
Top Elevation: 9,000 feet
Other Uses: Horses
Local Contacts: Salmon-Cobalt Ranger District, Salmon-Challis National Forest.
Local Maps: Hoodoo Meadows, Mt. McGuire, and Aggipah Mtn. USGS quads; Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness North Half forest map.
Topo Map: Ship Island Lake Topographic Map
Guide Book: Hiking Idaho Guide Book
Driving Directions: View Guide
Trail Directions: View Guide
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ggardner1253

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Date of Trip: 6/18/2010

Plan on 2 days unless you are really hearty. Gorgeous country in spite of…

Ryan

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Date of Trip: 6/29/2007

Hiked this trail in Mid June 2007 after a light summer we had our fingers c…
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Weather Conditions

  1. Tonight
    Scattered rain showers in the evening. Isolated thunderstorms early in the evening. Rain showers likely after midnight. Chance of precipitation 70 percent. Lows in the 40s.

  2. Thursday
    Rain showers likely. Slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation near 100 percent. Cooler. Highs in the mid 40s to lower 50s.

  3. Thursday Night
    Rain showers likely in the evening...then chance of rain showers after midnight. Chance of showers 90 percent. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. West winds to 15 mph.

  4. Friday
    Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of rain showers. Highs in the 50s.

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