Delaney Creek National Recreation Trail Hike

This trail is part of a 45-mile trail network collectively referred to as the Marble Creek Trail System providing access to and through the Grandmother Mountain Wilderness Study Area. The area has an intermingled ownership and is jointly administered by the BLM and the Forest Service. Delaney Creek Trail descends steeply from a high open ridge through dense forest to Marble Creek, intersecting with Marble Creek Trail. Historic features include remnants of logging camps and cabins.

Directions: 26 miles east of Clarkia, Idaho.
From Highway 3 at Clarkia take Forest Road 301 east for 26 miles.

Trailhead Location: Orphan Point Saddle

Details:

• No Fees, facilities, or services 
• Use Season: July through September 
• Elevation Change: 4,400- 6,400 feet  
• Rating: Difficult 
• 4.25 miles (one way) 
• Natural dirt and rock