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10.3 miles
Distance
1,530 ft
Climb
-676 ft
Descent
01:33:36
Avg time
855 ft
Altitude change
5,738 ft
Altitude min
7,080 ft
Altitude max
5,738 ft
Altitude start
6,594 ft
Altitude end
1.6%
Grade
-29.3%
Grade max
35.2%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
3 miles
Distance flat
01:33:36
Avg time

20 Mile Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Dirtbike/Moto
  • Riding Area
    East Side
    McCall, Idaho
  • Ref Number
    #085
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    45 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in E-Biking
    • 70 in Trail Running
    • 65 in Hiking
    • 5 in Dirtbiking
    • 5 in Horseback
  • Global Ranking
    #110646 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #30429 in E-Biking
    • #73040 in Trail Running
    • #96707 in Hiking
    • #767 in Dirtbiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T2 Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Wilderness Trail
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Fat
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    July-October
  • Alpine Trail
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Payette National Forest

A typically rugged McCall area backcountry trail that meanders through forests and meadows while climbing up to Duck Lake. The trailhead is opposite Upper Payette Lake. Nothing is too crazy on this trail, but it adds up to a blue/black ride in my opinion. The climb isn't strenuous, but is tricky in spots. The trail isn't super challenging, but there are lots of rocks, roots, ruts, and challenging spots. Many people do it as an out-and-back, turning around when the trail gets steep before approaching Duck Lake. PS- don't take the junction 20 Mile lakes despite the name of the trail.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Sep 27, 2025 @ 3:31pm (America/Boise)
Sep 27, 2025
 Trail was in pretty good shape. There are some eroded sections that need rebuilding once the water flow is diverted. Also some sunken areas in...
Jul 3, 2025 @ 2:58pm
Jul 3, 2025
Jun 12, 2025 @ 11:41am
Jun 12, 2025
 There was a lot of water standing or flowing down the trail.
Oct 20, 2024 @ 12:52pm
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Jun 23, 2024 @ 11:40am
Jun 23, 2024
 From FB Idsho Single Track: trail was in good shape 2 down trees that are workable, still a bit snow passable by all means....
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Ideal
Avg: 3.99 (4 votes)
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        Directions to 20-mile trailhead (45.134330, -116.010080)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About 20 Mile

        ▼ Where is 20 Mile located?
        20 Mile is located in East Side, McCall, Idaho, United States. It is part of the East Side trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 45.13433, -116.01008.
        ▼ How hard is 20 Mile?
        20 Mile is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 1.6%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for 20 Mile?
        20 Mile has 1,530 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 676 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,738 ft to 7,080 ft.
        ▼ Is 20 Mile a point to point trail?
        20 Mile is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is wilderness trail.

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