Kelly Creek Trail
1 days · 21.7 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Kelly Creek Trail is known for
This 21.7-mile trail in Idaho's Clearwater National Forest gains about 4,646 feet. The route is rated moderate, with the elevation gain adding a sustained physical challenge.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 10,463 ft to 20,377 ft over 21.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 14.0 mi · 65%
- Downhill 3.3 mi · 15%
- Flat 4.2 mi · 20%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Kelly Creek Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Kelly Creek Trail scores 20/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much elevation gain is on the Kelly Creek Trail?
The Kelly Creek Trail climbs roughly 4,646 ft total — about 214 ft per mile, topping out near 6,266 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from the USDA Forest Service National Forest System Trails dataset (EDW), a work of the US federal government in the public domain. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.