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1.5 miles
Distance
152 ft
Climb
-161 ft
Descent
00:33:51
Avg time
-10 ft
Altitude change
5,826 ft
Altitude min
5,947 ft
Altitude max
5,854 ft
Altitude start
5,843 ft
Altitude end
-0.1%
Grade
-22.5%
Grade max
19.5%
Grade min
2,972 ft
Distance climb
3,593 ft
Distance down
1,135 ft
Distance flat
00:33:51
Avg time

Broken Top Loop Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Craters of the Moon National Monument
    Arco, Idaho
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Hiking heatmap [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
  • Global Ranking
    #35786 in Hiking [+]
    • #162060 in Trail Running
  • State Ranking
    #233 in Hiking · Idaho [+]
    • #1,230 in Trail Running
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • OSM Way
    #216669433

The Broken Top Loop Trail is one of the most outstanding trails within Craters of the Moon. You can observe nearly every type of volcanic feature characteristic of the basaltic eruptions that created this unearthly landscape. Pick up a trail guide at the visitor center or at the trailhead sign and follow the numbered signs along the trail to learn more. This trail also provides access to Buffalo Caves (best entrance is near sign #8). Obtain a free permit at the visitor center, wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight before entering this or any other cave in the park.

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Permit needed to access Caves. Free at Park HQ.

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      Broken Top Loop
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Broken Top Loop Trail located?
      Broken Top Loop Trail is located in Craters of the Moon National Monument, Arco, Idaho, United States. It is part of the Craters of the Moon National Monument trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.42764, -113.54843.
      ▼ How hard is Broken Top Loop Trail?
      Broken Top Loop Trail is rated as Green difficulty. The average grade is 0.1%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Broken Top Loop Trail?
      Broken Top Loop Trail has 152 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 161 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,826 ft to 5,947 ft.
      ▼ Is Broken Top Loop Trail a point to point trail?
      Broken Top Loop Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Broken Top Loop Trail?
      Broken Top Loop Trail is 1.5 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Broken Top Loop Trail?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Broken Top Loop Trail. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to hike Broken Top Loop Trail?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to hike Broken Top Loop Trail are:
      • May (2 activities)
      • September (2 activities)
      • April (1 activities)
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      ▼ How do I access Broken Top Loop Trail? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Broken Top Loop Trail are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to hike Broken Top Loop Trail?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 38 minutes to hike Broken Top Loop Trail. The trail is 1.5 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Broken Top Loop Trail?
      Broken Top Loop Trail is a very popular trail. There have been 81 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 128 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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