Project Name: Ten Mile
Project Dates: September 9-13
Ten Mile Creek is a remote trailhead off the old Sourdough Lookout Road and leads into the Gospel Hump Wilderness. The trail makes a gradual climb along the creek through dense thickets and open meadows. This is the third year of ITA work here, and the last crew cleared the first four miles, removing an impressive 287 trees. This year, we are going to continue working into the Wilderness, clearing and backpacking as needed to keep pushing toward the meadows. With camp sites at 4 and 7 miles in, the crew may bump camp or stay in one spot, depending on trail conditions.
Ten Mile used to be a more popular trail for people in Grangeville and Elk City but has slowly fallen out of use because of all the downed trees. Once clear, these are great trails for gentle day hikes or multiday backpacking trips for anyone looking to explore the Gospel Hump Wilderness! Lush forest and fun fungi to identify add to this wonderful hike along Ten Mile Creek.
Project information is subject to change. Crew leaders will communicate via email. Failure to respond to your crew leader may result in being dropped from the project. See our FAQs, reach out to your crew leader, or contact ITA staff at trails@idahotrailsassociation.org if you have questions.
Trails: Ten Mile Trail #415
Itinerary: This is a five-day project. We'll meet at Ten Mile Trailhead, backpacking and working up Ten Mile. On the last day pack back to cars and head home.
Food Provided by ITA: No
Gear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Backpacking Projects
Crew Leader: Anne Poinier and Jenny Charlton
Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: About 1.5 hours from Grangeville
Trail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile
Refundable deposit: $50
Why do I need to pay a deposit? We've had trouble with people backing out of trips at the last minute which can really affect the productivity of the overall project. By charging a refundable fee, volunteers are less likely to cancel their reservation. Refunds will not be given to volunteers that do not show up or cancel their reservation. Exceptions will be made for medical reasons or unforeseen circumstances. Volunteers can choose to donate the deposit to ITA. All donations are tax-deductible and will go towards maintaining trails throughout Idaho. If you require assistance in paying for this fee, please contact us at trails@idahotrailsassociation.org and we will waive the cost.
Difficulty Rating
Volunteer Spots Available: 8 of 8
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Waitlist Signups: 0
