The hike up to Observation Peak will put your muscles to the test. Once you are up at the summit at 9,110 feet, you will be treated with a magnificent view over the Sawtooth Mountains. Trail Creek (south) or Stanley Creek (north) are great water sources along the way.

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1. Observation Peak — Grandjean Trailhead — Sawtooth Wilderness Area

21.5km

07:17

1,150m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Stanley Lake to Observation Peak – Salmon-Challis National Forest

25.7km

07:41

770m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 2,750 m

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Location: Sawtooth National Recreation Area, Custer County, Idaho, United States

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Stanley Lake Creek Headwaters

Picket Mountain

Stanley Lake Creek Headwaters

Fishhook Creek Trail

Observation Peak

1. Observation Peak — Grandjean Trailhead — Sawtooth Wilderness Area

2. Stanley Lake to Observation Peak – Salmon-Challis National Forest

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