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Gold Pan Cross Country Trail

Hiking trail · Salmon / Frank Church

9 mi14.5 kmRound trip
≈1,529 ft≈466 mElevation gain
6,841 ft2,085 mHigh point
4 hr 36 minEstimated time

Moderate4.5 mi / 7.3 km one way. Length and elevation gain are calculated from map data, so they're approximate.

High-clearance vehicle recommended: last about 6.2 mi (10.0 km) on FR 468
Pass: unknown, check before you go
Official listing: U.S. Forest Service, Gold Pan Cross Country (#89.0)
Trailhead: Kim Creek Saddle Trailhead
Coordinates: 45.67278, -114.77335
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Overview

Gold Pan Cross Country Trail is a round-trip hike of 9 mi / 14.5 km in Salmon / Frank Church. Expect about 1,529 ft / 466 m of elevation gain, with a high point of 6,841 ft / 2,085 m. Difficulty: Moderate. At an average pace, plan on about 4 hr 36 min. High-elevation trail, usually snow-free from mid-July into October. Before then, expect snow and possible avalanche danger.

Elevation profile

Along the route: low 5,627 ft / 1,715 m · high 6,818 ft / 2,078 m

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