Lochsa River Historic Trail

~2 days · 16.7 mi · moderate · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance16.7 mi

Days out2

Elevation gain6,204 ft

Gain / mile371 ft

High point2,700 ft

What the Lochsa River Historic Trail is known for

A ~16-mile early-season traverse of the north wall of the Lochsa canyon in Clearwater National Forest, between Split Creek and Sherman Creek near the historic Lochsa Ranger Station.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Lochsa River Historic Trail on OpenStreetMap terrain

Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 5,801 ft to 8,632 ft over 16.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

Uphill 7.8 mi · 47%
Downhill 7.0 mi · 42%
Flat 1.8 mi · 11%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Lochsa River Historic Trail take?

Most backpackers hike the Lochsa River Historic Trail in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 16.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Lochsa River Historic Trail?

The Lochsa River Historic Trail climbs roughly 6,204 ft total — about 371 ft per mile, topping out near 2,700 ft.

Related trails

Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. 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.