Photo by Beth Goodnight
Project Name: Trestle Ridge
Project Dates: August 22-23
Join us for a weekend of trail maintenance near Clark Fork, working in the scenic Trestle Drainage on Trestle Ridge Trail. This project focuses on clearing brush and small obstacles to reconnect the trail from Quartz Creek to the Beetop–Roundtop Trailhead, improving access for hikers and ensuring a safe, enjoyable experience on this beautiful section of trail.
Volunteers will spend the days brushing, removing debris, and maintaining tread through forested slopes and open ridge lines, all while surrounded by stunning northern Idaho scenery. This project provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on trail work experience, learn basic maintenance techniques, and help preserve a key connection in the local trail network.
Whether you're new to trail stewardship or an experienced volunteer, your efforts will leave a lasting impact on trails that provide access to some of Idaho's most scenic backcountry.
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: Trestle Ridge #526 and Quartz Creek #55
Itinerary: This is a two-day project. We'll begin work Saturday morning (volunteers welcome to camp overnight starting Friday), wrap up mid-day Sunday. The crew leader will specify the meeting time and place in their pre-trip emails.
Food Provided by ITA: No
Gear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Car Camping, Bring Your Own Food
Crew Leader: Ken Dueis
Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: About an hour and 15 minutes from Clark Fork
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 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.
Difficulty Rating
Volunteer Spots Available: 14 of 15
If there are no volunteer spots available, click “Sign Up” to get on our waitlist for this project!
Waitlist Signups: 0
