Project Name: High Dive – Deep Creek
Project Dates: July 12-18
To the west, Six Lakes Basin, Deep Creek, and the southern Seven Devils Mountains, and trails that lead into Hells Canyon and the Snake River. To the east, Echols Mountain and trails heading to Twin Lakes in the head of the Rapid River drainage. This trip puts volunteers on the ridge in the middle, exploring both sides! With incredible views, volunteers will car camp along Black Lake Road (before the road deteriorates in quality closer to the lake) and work on the three trails that start right by camp. Log out, brushing, tread work, drainage; each trail will bring a unique trail work experience each day.
Deep Creek Trail descends down, following the creek into Hells Canyon, where ITA will be working on the bottom section earlier in the spring. From the road, it drops into the basin where several springs feed into Deep Creek. Horse Pasture Basin Trail is a main trail for stock and backpackers to access the southern Seven Devils, into Six Lakes Basin, Black Lake, and Casey Mountain. This trail has less tree cover, and more big views! Echols Ridge stays in the trees as it drops from the road and winds around Echols Peak. A second crew will be out in the fall to continue working on this trail, backpacking into Twin Lakes hidden on the other side of Echols Mountain.
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: Deep Creek Trail #219, Horse Pasture Basin Trail #173, Echols Ridge Trail #187
Itinerary: This is a Sunday-Saturday weeklong project. Sunday, meeting in the afternoon to set up camp. Project work Monday-Friday, with a day off as needed to relax or explore. Saturday, wrap up any work, pack up camp, and head home!
Food Provided by ITA: Yes
Gear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Car Camping, Food Provided
Crew Leader: Glenn Florence and Michelle Florence
Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: 1 hour 30 minutes from Council
Trail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile for the first few miles of each trail Deep Creek , Horse Pasture Basin, and Echols Ridge Trail.
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 reservations. 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.
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