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4,459 ft
Distance
357 ft
Climb
-8 ft
Descent
00:12:04
Avg time
349 ft
Altitude change
2,943 ft
Altitude min
3,291 ft
Altitude max
2,943 ft
Altitude start
3,291 ft
Altitude end
7.8%
Grade
-5.5%
Grade max
27.8%
Grade min
3,701 ft
Distance climb
187 ft
Distance down
571 ft
Distance flat
00:12:04
Avg time
Penstemon Path Details
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Activities
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- Hike
- Trail Running
- Snowshoe
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Riding AreaMoscow Mountain
Moscow, Idaho -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity100 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 95 in Trail Running
- 100 in Hiking
- 5 in Snowshoeing
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Snow GroomingBackcountry
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Bike TypeAM, XC, CX, Gravel
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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Year Opened2023
Penstemon Path is a trail established in 2023. This trail is the results of the local land owner, Palouse Land Trust, and MAMBA. The landowner is the driving factor on this trail as she is adamant that the public has access to her property via this singletrack trail. Please make sure to be respectful of nature, the landowner and her neighbors, the management organizations, and the variety of users.
The trail starts in Idler's Rest Nature Preserve (dawn to dusk access). It will meander through the meadow beyond until it reaches the forest again. From here there will be a choice to loop it either way. On the west end of the loop there is a wonderful view of the Palouse. Look for added benches, tables, and informative locations as the trail POI is refined.
PLEASE CONSIDER MOUNTAIN BIKING THE LOOP CLOCKWISE DUE TO THE POPULARITY OF THE VIEW POINT WITH HIKERS AND WALKERS.
The trail is a blue trail in the IMBA guidelines, but has many green sections. It is always easy to follow. a few times it crosses or gets near access and secondary roads. Please stay on the singletrack for the benefit of the neighbors and continued access.
Access Info
Parking access at Idler's Rest Nature Preserve. This is a smaller lot with some of the only Universal Access (read ADA) into our beautiful forests. Please leave parking for IRNP users as best as possible. Bikers and runners are encouraged to ride and run from town. Great loop opportunities exist connecting from this trailhead to other trailheads..
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 8 miles avg distance
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- Last: Jun 19, 2026
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Directions to penstemon-path trailhead
(46.800630, -116.953640)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Penstemon Path
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Where is Penstemon Path located?
Penstemon Path is located in Moscow Mountain, Moscow, Idaho, United States. It is part of the Moscow Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.80063, -116.95364.
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How hard is Penstemon Path?
Penstemon Path is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 7.8%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Penstemon Path?
Penstemon Path has 357 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 8 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,943 ft to 3,291 ft.
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Is Penstemon Path a point to point trail?
Penstemon Path is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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