Hiking
The Idaho Panhandle National Forests is home to more than 3,000 miles of trails to explore!
Be prepared
- Pack a first aid kit. Your kit can prove invaluable if you or a member of your group suffers a cut, bee sting or allergic reaction. Pack antiseptics for cuts and scrapes, tweezers, insect repellent, a snake bite kit, pain relievers, and sunscreen. Tailor your kit to your family's special needs.
- Learn ABC - Airway, Breathing, & Circulation. Know how to perform CPR and basic first aid. Recognizing serious injuries will enable you to attend to a victim until medical help arrives.
- Bring emergency supplies. In addition to a first aid kit, you should also have a map of the area, compass, flashlight, knife, waterproof fire starter, personal shelter, whistle, warm clothing, high energy food, water, water-purifying tablets, and insect repellant.
- Check the elements
- Check the weather report before you leave home. When you arrive at the site, keep on eye on the skies for changes and, if possible, carry a compact weather radio. In inclement weather, take shelter until the bad weather passes. Stay dry - wet clothes contribute to heat loss.
- Forest and grassland home pages post alerts you should know before you go. Many of our forests and grasslands also post alerts on social media.
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Smith Creek-Red Top Trail #21
The Smith Creek-Red Top Trail #21 connects to the West Fork Trail #347, passes the West Fork Cabin and continues to Trail #102 just above Hidden Lake. Excellent scenic and multi-use trail with plenty…
Smith Ridge (Cut-Off Peak) Trail #18
The Smith Creek – Smith Ridge Trail #17 is used to access the ridge between Cut-Off Peak and Triangulation Point. Once you reach the ridge, you will intersect with Smith Ridge Trail #18. From this…
Snow Creek Falls Trail #189
Snow Creek Falls Trail #189 is a short and quick hike that leads to two beautiful Snow Creek waterfalls. This is a perfect opportunity for someone to visit several different sites in Boundary County…
Snyder Guard Station
Snyder Guard Station is operated as a cabin rental. Reserve Snyder Guard Station through Recreation.gov.Snyder Guard station, located on the banks of the scenic Moyie River, has been listed on the…
Solomon Lake Fishing
Solomon Lake offers a developed site in a remote area, with moderate road access. Solomon Lake is locally popular and receives heavy use. Facilities are best suited for single families or groups with…
Spruce Lake
Spruce Lake is a beautiful pristine sub-alpine 6-acre lake dominate on three sides by the rock walls of Ruby Mountain and Ridge. Fishing is reportedly good for cutthroat and brook trout. The…
Tin Can Flat Campground
Tin Can Flat Campground features 11 camp units, potable water (typically available, June-October), and vault toilets. Please observe the Pack it In, Pack it Out refuse policy. Attractions include St.…
Trapper Creek Campground
Trapper Creek Campground is located on the northeast shore of Upper Priest Lake. It has five sites with beautiful views of Plowboy Mountain, all furnished with fire rings, picnic tables, and…
Turner Flat Campground
Turner Flat Campground features 10 camp units, 1 group camping area to accommodate up to 15 people, potable water (typically June- September), vault toilets, and day use area. Please observe the Pack…
Two Mouth Lakes Trail #268
Two Mouth Lakes Trail #268 is the route needed to take to access Two Mouth Lakes. Both of these pretty lakes are surrounded by fir and spruce forests. Giant boulders are intermingled with marshy and…