3.5 miles
Distance
1,509 ft
Climb
-207 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
1,301 ft
Altitude change
7,733 ft
Altitude min
7,760 ft
Altitude start
9,062 ft
Altitude end
7.1%
Grade
-20.6%
Grade max
35.3%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
3,343 ft
Distance down
2,635 ft
Distance flat

Enjoy this 7.7-mile out-and-back trail near Albion, Idaho. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 57 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, birding, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

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Detailed Description
Independence Lakes is a 3 mile less popular intermediate route located near Cassia County Idaho. This hike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route climbs 1,509 ft with a max elevation of 9,066 ft then descends -207 ft.
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Stats

  • Distance
    3 miles
  • Altitude min
    7,733 ft
  • Altitude start
    7,760 ft
  • Altitude end
    9,062 ft
  • Climb
    1,509 ft
  • Descent
    -207 ft
  • Grade
    7.1%
  • Grade max
    -20.6%
  • Grade min
    35.3%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    3,343 ft
  • Distance flat
    2,635 ft

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Details

  • Riding area
    Cassia County
  • Primary Activity
    Hike
  • Other Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Horse
    • Trail Running
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Out & Back
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate

Directions

  1. Walk east on Ranger.
  2. Continue for 100 meters.
  3. Walk east on Ranger.
  4. Continue for 400 meters.
  5. Walk east on Ranger.
  6. Continue for 900 meters.
  7. Walk east on Ranger.
  8. Continue for 1 kilometer.
  9. Walk east on Ranger.
  10. Continue for 300 meters.
  11. Keep right to take Independence Lakes.
  12. Continue for 500 meters.
  13. Walk west on Independence Lakes.
  14. Continue for 1.5 kilometers.
  15. Walk south on Independence Lakes.
  16. Continue for 700 meters.
  17. Walk southwest on Independence Lakes.
  18. Continue for 100 meters.
  19. Walk northeast on Independence Lakes.
  20. Continue for 10 meters.
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