White Clouds Wilderness, Wilderness area in Salmon-Challis National Forest, Idaho, US
The White Clouds Wilderness covers 90,000 acres of mountain ranges, alpine lakes, glacial valleys, and granite peaks in central Idaho.
Native American tribes utilized the lands of White Clouds Wilderness for hunting and gathering activities long before its official designation in 2015.
The wilderness designation maintains the natural state of this region, allowing visitors to experience the landscape without modern intrusions or mechanized equipment.
Visitors can explore more than 300 miles of hiking trails throughout the wilderness, with access points located near the town of Challis.
The Big Boulder Lakes basin within White Clouds contains multiple alpine lakes above 9,000 feet elevation, providing habitat for native trout species.
Location: Idaho
Inception: August 7, 2015
GPS coordinates: 44.05500,-114.60694
Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:52
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