How long is EDDY BASIN?

EDDY BASIN is about 2.6 miles long, or about 5.3 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.

How much elevation gain is on EDDY BASIN?

About 1,051 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 7,196 and 8,266 feet above sea level.

How long does it take to hike EDDY BASIN?

Plan on about 2 hr 40 min at an easy pace for the round trip, counting time for the climbs. Fast hikers will be quicker, and families with kids slower.

What can you do on EDDY BASIN?

EDDY BASIN is open to hiking, biking, horses, dirt bikes and E-bikes, according to USDA Forest Service trail data.

Where does EDDY BASIN start?

One end of the mapped trail is at 44.68899, -114.36595. Use the Directions button to get there.

EDDY BASIN

Trail near Challis, Idaho · Salmon-Challis National Forest

Hiking Biking Mountain biking Horses Dirt bikes E-bikes

Length2.6 mi5.3 mi out and back

Climb1,051 ftround trip

Hike time2 hr 40 minround trip

DifficultyModerateestimated

DogsUnknowntell us below

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Trail start coordinates: 44.68899, -114.36595

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Trail facts

Open to: Hiking, Biking, Horses, Dirt bikes, E-bikes
Shape: One way
Elevation: 7,196 to 8,266 ft
Ride time: 1 hr 25 min by bike
Surface: Native material
Typical grade: TG05 - +12-20%
Managed by: Salmon-Challis National Forest
Trail number: 4145
County: Custer County, Idaho

Idaho ATV and dirt bike rules

Registration: Yes. OHV registration sticker $12/yr, renews Jan 1.
Visiting from out of state: Yes. Nonresident sticker $12/yr, or valid home-state OHV registration.
Trail pass: Sticker covers trails.
Helmets: Under 18 must wear a DOT helmet.
Young riders: Under 16 must be supervised by a licensed adult on roads.
Safety course: Riders without a driver's license need an IDPR-approved course to ride USFS roads. Free online course.
UTVs / side-by-sides: Same as ATVs.
Good to know: Buy at getoutside.idaho.gov/permits or vendors.

Source: Idaho Parks and Recreation (IDPR), checked 2026-11-06. Rules change, so check the agency link before you ride.

Can I bring my dog?

We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check with the national forest office before you go.

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Common questions

How long is EDDY BASIN?: EDDY BASIN is about 2.6 miles long, or about 5.3 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.
How much elevation gain is on EDDY BASIN?: About 1,051 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 7,196 and 8,266 feet above sea level.
How long does it take to hike EDDY BASIN?: Plan on about 2 hr 40 min at an easy pace for the round trip, counting time for the climbs. Fast hikers will be quicker, and families with kids slower.
Are dogs allowed on EDDY BASIN?: We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check with the national forest office before you go.
What can you do on EDDY BASIN?: EDDY BASIN is open to hiking, biking, horses, dirt bikes and E-bikes, according to USDA Forest Service trail data.
Where does EDDY BASIN start?: One end of the mapped trail is at 44.68899, -114.36595. Use the Directions button to get there.

Source: USDA Forest Service trail data. Elevation from USGS data via AWS Terrain Tiles. Times are estimates. Length and route come from mapped data and may differ from signs on the ground. Always check for closures before you go.

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