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Watershed Crest Trail: Phase 1

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  1. Areas
  2. ID
  3. …Northern Idaho and Panhandle
  4. …Sandpoint
  5. Selkirk Recreation District
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5.0 Miles 8.1 Kilometers


86%

Runnable

1,908' 582 m

Ascent

-3' -1 m

Descent

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

23%

Max Grade (13°)

6,104' 1,861 m

High

4,199' 1,280 m

Low

Shared By Jim Mellen

Conditions

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“This is phase 1 of the Watershed Crest Trail with stunning views of Lake Pend Oreille”

— Jim Mellen
Driving DirectionsGPX File

Dogs Unknown

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Lake · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

None unless mud is an issue during spring breakup or the snow is too deep.

Overview

This trail follows the east ridge to just south of the summit of Schweitzer Mountain resort. The upper portions open out into beargrass and huckleberry meadows with killer views of Lake Pend Oreille and the Pend Oreille River.

Runner Notes

Nice tread!

Description

This trail starts at the roundabout on Schweitzer Mountain Road. It makes its way through beautiful alpine forests and breaks out onto stunning beargrass and huckleberry meadows. Though often steep, the trail is smooth which makes travel along the way relaxed and pleasant. The views of Lake Pend Oreille and the Pend Oreille River are absolutely gorgeous!

Flora & Fauna

Wildflowers in spring/summer, deer, elk moose and bears inhabit this area.

Contacts

Local Club: Pend Oreille Pedalers

Land Manager: Selkirk Recreation District

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The top of Sidewinder
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A snowy Sunday jaunt on the Highpoint trail.
A snowy Sunday jaunt on the Highpoint trail.
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In case you need a break, the blue chair is there for you!
In case you need a break, the blue chair is the…
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Dave Reseska builds trail on a work day
Dave Reseska builds trail on a work day
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