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Usage:
Light
Beginning Elevation:
3,180 Feet
USGS Map:
Somes Bar, Forks of Salmon
Length:
8 Miles
Elevation Gain:
3,280 Feet
Difficulty:
Difficult
Reservation:
No
Season:
Late Spring - Early Winter
From Somes Bar, Take Forest Service Hwy. 93 east approximately 5 miles to Forest Service Rd 12N01. The next seven miles of this road to the trailhead is not routinely maintained; rock slides may be encountered. The trailhead starts above the cutback at the end of the road.
Location Information
Portuguese Peak Trail, located just off Hwy. 93 east of Somes Bar, is a well-suited trail for day trips. This lightly used trail is considered strenuous and is maintained to the standards of trails used by stock. The Portuguese Peak Trail provides access into the high flats of Morehouse and Crapo Meadows. A good area for climbing, the trail passes near the summits of three view-worthy peaks.Only water from developed systems at recreation sites is maintained safe to drink. Most of this entire ridge crest is dry, so carry plenty of water with you.
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