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4.3 miles
Distance
205 ft
Climb
-1,729 ft
Descent
00:35:47
Avg time
-1,525 ft
Altitude change
2,641 ft
Altitude min
4,166 ft
Altitude max
4,166 ft
Altitude start
2,641 ft
Altitude end
-6.7%
Grade
-69.9%
Grade max
39.8%
Grade min
3,051 ft
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
1,745 ft
Distance flat
00:35:47
Avg time
Hell's Canyon Details
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Riding AreaHayden
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Ref Number#234
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Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity20 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in E-Biking
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Global Ranking#119041 in Mountain Biking [+]
- #32459 in E-Biking
- #256196 in Trail Running
- #287608 in Hiking
- #11591 in Dirtbiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM
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DirectionDownhill PrimaryPopular Direction Shown
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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SeasonMay - Nov
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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Ride in RainYes
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Land OwnerUSFS - Idaho Panhandle National Forests Office
This is a brand new trail built by the Forest Service. There are a few short burst climbs as you make you way down the canyon. Keep on the lookout for motorcycles as this is a popular trail for motorcycle users.
There is a large creek crossing through Hayden Creek at the lower trailhead.
Access Info
The Ride starts at the lower trailhead of Trail 234 in the designated Parking Lot. Start the climb by heading east on Forest Road 437 until you reach Hudlow Saddle. At Hudlow Saddle take a right onto Forest Road 406. Once at the Forest Road 406 /1511 junction look to your right and you'll find the Upper 234 Trailhead. This will lead you back to the Parking Lot.
Alternatively, you can have your friend shuttle you directly to the Upper 234 Trailhead.
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(47.811533, -116.561948)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hell's Canyon
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Where is Hell's Canyon located?
Hell's Canyon is located in Hayden, Idaho, United States. It is part of the Hayden trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 47.81153, -116.56195.
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How hard is Hell's Canyon?
Hell's Canyon is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 6.7%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Hell's Canyon?
Hell's Canyon has 62 m of elevation gain. The trail has 527 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 805 m to 1,270 m.
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Is Hell's Canyon a point to point trail?
Hell's Canyon is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
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