Whoop Um Up Trailhead

The Whoop Um Up Trailhead includes a restroom and information kiosk. Fees are charged by the State in the winter, however the Forest Service operates it for free in summer.

Type

Trailhead

Town

Idaho City · 14 mi from the town center

Official page

fs.usda.gov

Location

43.96240, -115.62811 · Open map

Source

Recreation Information Database · checked October 2, 2026

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• Whoop Um Up Trailhead
• Trail
• Hot spring
• Waterfall
• Day use area
• Park

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