A scenic paved road to Mores Creek Summit in ID
Usa, north-america
53.43 km
1,871 m
moderate
Year-round
Okay, road trip enthusiasts, listen up! Mores Creek Summit in Idaho's Boise County is calling your name. Nestled high in Boise National Forest, this pass sits at a cool 6,138 feet above sea level.
You'll be cruising along the fully paved Idaho State Highway 21, also known as the super scenic Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway. Good news: it's usually open year-round! Just keep an eye on the weather in winter, as things can get dicey. At the summit, you'll find a spacious parking area where the highway meets several forest roads.
This north-south stretch runs for about 33 miles from Lowman to Idaho City, the heart of Boise County. Fair warning: this isn't a Sunday drive for the faint of heart! Prepare for some seriously steep climbs, with grades hitting a maximum of 11% in certain spots. But hey, the views are totally worth it!
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 53.43 km
- Max Elevation
- 1,871 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
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