Sawtooth Wilderness
Serrated granite peaks over 40+ alpine lakes north of Ketchum — Idaho's flagship backpacking country.
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- Region
- Idaho, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Alpine granite lakes (2,100–3,300 m)
- Best season
- Late June – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Alpine granite lakes (2,100–3,300 m)
- Best season: Late June – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
Serrated granite peaks over 40+ alpine lakes north of Ketchum — Idaho's flagship backpacking country.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: Late June – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Alpine granite lakes (2,100–3,300 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
United States
Biome
Alpine granite lakes (2,100–3,300 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Sawtooth Wilderness trip tools
Popular pursuits at Sawtooth Wilderness
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Climbing
Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.
