Idaho Panhandle National Forests - Little Snowy Top Trail #349

This trail took a major wind fall beating. Is is closed at this time. Was the most difficult hike on this district, and was well worth the effort before the storm. Many have tried hiking regardless of the conditions. It begins at the junction of Trail #308, Upper Priest River Trail and almost immediately the Upper Priest River has to be forded. Once across, the trail starts to gradually climb through an old growth stand until you reach the switchbacks. A sign on a tree states there are 72 switchbacks to the Shedroof Divide Trail #512. Sections of the trail are sloughing off due to steep hillsides.

This trail is recommend for only those who want to hike an arduous trail and are in good physical shape. But closed at this time.

Not recommended for stock.

USGS Quad(s): Continental Mountain
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At a Glance

Current Conditions:	Trail closed, no longer maintained due to hazardous conditions.
Usage:	Light
Restrictions:	Recommended for foot travel only.
Closest Towns:	Priest River, Idaho

General Information

Directions:

From the Granite Pass junction Rd #1013 travel north approx. 11½ miles to trail #308, which is on the left. Trailhead #349 is 4½ miles north on trail #308. Trail ends at junction #512.

Activities

Dispersed Camping

Dispersed camping sites are available along the trail. Choose your site wisely.

Day Hiking

This trail is the most difficult hike on this district, but it is well worth the effort. It begins at the junction of Trail #308, Upper Priest River Trail and almost immediately the Upper Priest River has to be forded. Once across, the trail starts to gradually climb through an old growth stand until you reach the switchbacks. A sign on a tree states there are 72 switchbacks to the Shedroof Divide Trail #512. Sections of the trail are sloughing off due to steep hillsides. This trail is recommend for only those who want to hike an arduous trail and are in good physical shape. Not recommended for stock. The trail is in grizzly bear and mountain caribou habitat.

Difficulty Level:	Most Difficult

Backpacking

This trail is closed at this time. Major wind storms have damaged beyond repair. It was the most difficult hike on this district, and was well worth the effort before these storms. Many have tried to go regardless these trees and found little to no trail left. It began at the junction of Trail #308, Upper Priest River Trail and almost immediately the Upper Priest River has to be forded. Once across, the trail starts to gradually climb through an old growth stand until you reach the switchbacks. A sign on a tree states there are 72 switchbacks to the Shedroof Divide Trail #512. Sections of the trail are sloughing off due to steep hillsides. This trail is recommend for only those who want to hike an arduous trail and are in good physical shape. But at this time closed. Not recommended for stock. The trail is in grizzly bear and mountain caribou habitat.