2025 Settlers Cedar Grove (Full)

Scenic Weekend Project Among Ancient Cedars, Some Over 600 Years Old

August 22 - August 24

2025 Settlers Cedar Grove (Full)

Scenic Weekend Project Among Ancient Cedars, Some Over 600 Years Old

August 22 - August 24
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Project Name: Settlers Cedar Grove 

Project Date: August 22-24 

In this incredible area of the Idaho Panhandle National Forest is the Settlers Grove Ancient Cedar Grove. ITA will be working on the Settler’s Grove Interpretive Trail, which follows the west fork of Eagle Creek, crossing over foot bridges through ancient cedars, some estimated at over 600 years old. We will be car camping amongst these giants for a three-day project working on maintaining this popular and unique trail.  

A fire in 2015 means smaller trees will fall on the trail each year, and there are reports of thicker brush that will need clearing further down the trail. Last year, the trail was logged out by the forest service and ITA volunteers. We will be maintaining it for continued use.  

More info and pictures available in this article from Onlyinyourstate.com and on All Trails. 

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: Settler’s Grove Interpretive Trail #162 

Itinerary: This is a three-day project. The crew leader will specify the meeting time and place in their pre-trip emails. Meet Friday morning (if possible, camp starting Thursday!) Return to camp after each workday. Sunday, wrap up by lunch and head home.  

Food Provided by ITA: No  

Crew Leader: Jim Manning  

Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: 2 hours from Coeur d’Alene 

Trail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile 

Refundable deposit: $25  

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 

Hike: 2/5 Moderate The entire trail is five miles long, with very little elevation gain in the first half for an exceptionally pleasant hike. After about 2.5 miles, the trail begins to climb up towards Bloom Peak with a steeper incline. Carrying day packs and tools, the distance we hike will be determined by the work to be done. See the linked map for the elevation profile. 

Hike: 2/5 Moderate The entire trail is five miles long, with very little elevation gain in the first half for an exceptionally pleasant hike. After about 2.5 miles, the trail begins to climb up towards Bloom Peak with a steeper incline. Carrying day packs and tools, the distance we hike will be determined by the work to be done. See the linked map for the elevation profile. 

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