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National recreation area

Sawtooth National Recreation Area

About 12 mi from Stanley

Facts

756,000 acres of mountains run by the Forest Service, with three wilderness areas, more than 700 miles of trails, 40 peaks over 10,000 feet and more than 300 alpine lakes.

Type
National recreation area
Town
Stanley · 12 mi from the town center
Official page
fs.usda.gov
Location
44.05690, -114.80387 · Open map
Source
USDA Forest Service · checked October 2, 2026

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Map

  • Sawtooth National Recreation Area
  • Trail
  • Lake
  • Day use area
  • Peak

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