Poison Creek Trail - Hiking trail near Boise, Idaho, United States - Description
| Name | Poison Creek Trail | |
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| Summary | This trail provides access to Greenfield Flats, one of most unique spots on the Emmett Ranger District | |
| Type | Day Hike - Out and Back | |
| Distance (Total) | 5.8 miles / 9.3 km | |
| Elevation Gain | ||
| Minimum Elevation | 5,992 feet / 1,826 meters | |
| Maximum Elevation | 7,553 feet / 2,302 meters | |
| Hiking Season | - All Year Long | |
| Things To See | - Meadows - Mountain Views - Wildflowers | |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | |
| Rating | Trail has not been rated. | |
| Nearby Town | Boise, Idaho, United States | |
| Link | http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/boise/emmett/trails/poisoncreektrailrog.htm | |
| Permit Required | No | |
| Trail Map |
This trail provides access to Greenfield Flats, one of most unique spots on the Emmett Ranger District. Greenfield Flats is a high mountain meadow that is covered with wildflowers in late June and July. The trail terminates on West Mountain, where it joins the Wilson Creek Trail. Wonderful views of Squaw Creek, Snow Bank, and Cascade Lake await trail users at the top.
To reach the trailhead, go north from Ola approximately 22.5 miles on NF-618. Take a right on NF-625 and travel for approximately 5.4 miles to the junction with NF-646. Take a left on NF-646 travel 3.6 miles, then take a left on NF-646E. The trailhead is located at the end of the road.
| Latitude | 44.4834328738 degrees / 44° 29.006' / 44° 29' 0.36" |
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| Longitude | -116.1883378029 degrees / -116° 11.300' / -116° 11' 18.02" |
| Created by Nick on 12/31/2007 |
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- Comments
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