Fishhook Creek Trail is a 4.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Stanley, Idaho that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
March 8, 2021November 1, 2020October 31, 2020More of a nature walk than a hike. Lots of people and dogs, and really relaxing
October 27, 2020Loved it! Especially the waterfalls on the creek at very beginning of trail.
October 24, 2020First time in Sawtooth. Very sad I only had one day here. Hope I’ll be back soon. This trail was nice and easy, with a breathtaking view at the end.
October 23, 2020Easy inclines, short distance to one helluva view.
October 20, 2020Great trail. Pretty walk along the creek and then opens up at the end.
October 20, 2020This is my new favorite !! Just an easy walk- but so worth the walk to the end!! Views are wonderful!! And a truly gorgeous fall day!!
October 6, 2020The Fish Hook Creek is a great hike that is easy yet long enough to provide great exercise for the family. My school aged children were able to complete it without complaints. The trail begins at a beautiful stream in a forested area. The trail continues after the forest without much shade but along many parts of the river which is nice. The end of the hike is met with a majestic view of the Sawtooth Mountains and river . It’s an absolute must do hike if you are visiting the Stanley, Idaho area.
October 4, 2020First time in the area and it’s beautiful out here!! Love all the fall colors! The trail is easy and so pretty!
October 3, 2020September 30, 2020Nice easy trail with a beautiful view.
September 29, 2020Great family trail with a beautiful view.
September 26, 2020Easy flat out and back trail with beautiful scenery. Fish hook lake wasn't much of a lake, but the view over the meadow and stream to the Sawtooth is breathtaking. The stream along the trail early in the hike under the pine trees is cool and peaceful. Glad we did it. (we hiked in late Sept)
September 20, 2020This hike needs to be started by mid morning to get the best views.
September 20, 2020Beautiful! And not many people which is always a bonus!
September 14, 2020September 13, 2020Easy, kid friendly trek. Air quality is far from ideal and the haze from the fires is clouding the views. Would be decent for a brisk jog if the air was clear :)
September 13, 2020September 10, 2020Beautiful and perfect family hike! My 5 year olds first 5-miler!
September 9, 2020September - Late Summer This is a nice little hiking trail that leads to some amazing views of the Sawtooth mountains. I’m not familiar with the area, but I felt like this was the best view I got of them without being up in the mountains. Trail is very easy, and flat all the way to the meadow. Only took us about 45 minutes to reach the end. The trail follows Fishhook creek the whole way. A wilderness permit is not needed at first, but there is a box for one at the meadow. It looked liked the trail kept going, but we followed it up the valley for about a mile and a half and it didn’t seem to go anywhere. The parking area is large, and quite busy. Technically the trailhead is called “Redfish Trailhead,” and it acts as an entry point for several trails (including this one). Overall, I think this acts as a great first hike of the Sawtooths before taking a trail up into the mountains. I only wish it was less crowded, and maybe had the option to continue on into the mountains for those that wanted to.
September 7, 2020September 6, 2020September 5, 2020We had bad directions. Trail was unclear. But the Meadow was awesome.
September 2, 2020Short walk through the forest, okay view of mountains at end.
September 1, 2020Pretty but easy. A nice stroll.
September 1, 2020Calming hike. Beautiful view at the end.
August 31, 2020The weather was lovely. Trees and a breeze made it perfect stroll in beautiful Stanley. The opening at the end with the view of the Sawtooth’s is stunning. Easy trail, not steep and wide most of the way so you can walk next to your buddy and chat.
August 30, 2020August 29, 2020Great end view, worth it. Easy trail to get to the view just not very scenic until the end!
