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Tempest Trail

Mapped as #95 Tempest

Hiking trail · Boise Foothills · Trailhead near Boise, ID

2.4 mi3.9 kmRound trip
≈738 ft≈225 mElevation gain
7,484 ft2,281 mHigh point
1 hr 38 minEstimated time

Moderate1.2 mi / 2 km one way. Length and elevation gain are calculated from map data, so they're approximate.

Pass: unknown, check before you go
Official listing: USFS, Tempest (#95)
Trailhead
Off Highway 40, near Boise, ID
Coordinates: 43.77207, -116.10102
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Overview

Tempest Trail is a round-trip hike of 2.4 mi / 3.9 km near Boise, ID. Expect about 738 ft / 225 m of elevation gain, with a high point of 7,484 ft / 2,281 m. Difficulty: Moderate. At an average pace, plan on about 1 hr 38 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 6,778 ft / 2,066 m · high 7,474 ft / 2,278 m

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