Project Name: Sixty-Two Ridge
Dates: May 4-10
Deep in the beautiful Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, we’ll work up the Sixty-Two Ridge Trail on a remote section of the Idaho Centennial Trail. We’ll work on the switchbacks and beyond as it climbs above the Selway River. Gear will be packed into our backcountry camp along the Wild and Scenic Selway River. Starting from the Race Creek campground and trailhead, we’ll hike about 12 miles to camp at Bar Creek on the Selway River Trail, where we’ll set up for the week. Each day, we’ll work higher up the ridge, returning to camp each afternoon. At the end of the week, pack stock will return to bring our gear back to camp.
This is a great low-elevation, early season trail, very popular with hikers, backpackers, and equestrians. The Sixty-Two Ridge Trail climbs up above the river, connecting with the Big Rock Trail, which connects to several trails back down to the river. Last cleared in 2022, the crew will focus on improving the switchbacks that are beginning to slough off the hill, as well as log out and brushing. If the crew completes work early, the Selway River Trail upstream towards Moose Creek or the nearby Mink Peak Trail will have opportunities for brushing and tread work.
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: Sixty-Two Ridge Trail #606, Selway River Trail #4
Itinerary: This is a Sunday-Saturday weeklong project, and the crew leader will set meeting time in pre-trip emails. Meet at Race Creek Sunday morning to drop gear with packers and hike in. Monday-Friday, working up Sixty-Two Ridge. Rest day as needed. Saturday pack stock returns to bring gear back to the trailhead.
Food Provided by ITA: No
Crew Leader: Clay Jacobson
Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: 1 hour 15 min from Kooskia
Trail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile for the hike in
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
You should have experience with backpacking and be in good hiking condition with broken-in and tested gear. This is a remote backcountry project so injuries such as sprains and blisters or even extreme fatigue from not being properly conditioned can quickly become a big safety issue. If you are unsure about the proper gear or about preparing for a trip, please reach out to trails@idahotrailsassociation.org.
If having the right gear to be safe and comfortable is a limiting factor, volunteers may apply for scholarships to purchase gear they need through the Splattski Outdoor Access Fund.
Volunteer Spots Available: 3 of 10
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