Explore the Latah Trail

What is the Latah Trail?

The Latah Trail is part of the Rails to Trails program running on the historic Moscow-Arrowhead railroad corridor. It is a 10 foot wide paved trail that runs from Moscow, Idaho, through Troy , Idaho, and 5 miles down Bear Creek Canyon towards Kendrick, Idaho.

The Latah Trail is also connected to the Paradise Path which runs through Moscow and connects to the Bill Chipman Trail which runs east of Moscow to Pullman, Washington.

It is maintained by the Latah Trail Foundation, who’s goal is to connect the communities in Latah County Idaho with safe, scenic pathways.

What activities can you do on the Latah Trail?

Biking, running, jogging, skating and walking can be enjoyed during the spring, summer, and fall with cross country skiing available in the winter. You can even take a unicycle on it according to All-Trails reviewer Raul Garcia. Dogs are allowed on the trail on leash.

Class 1, 2,& 3 e-bikes are allowed on the Latah Trail. However, only class 1 e-bikes are allowed on the Bill Chipman Trail.

There are several picnic sites, restrooms, and bike air stations along the trail. Bear proof trash containers are also located in the Bear Creek Canyon area.

How long is the Latah Trail?

The actual Latah Trail runs between Moscow and Troy and is approximately 12 miles long.

The paved trail continues down Bear Creek Canyon east of Troy towards Kendrick for approximately 4-5 miles.

Paradise Path connects the Latah and Bill Chipman Trails and runs 2.2 miles through Moscow.

The Bill Chipman trail runs west from Moscow for 8 miles to Pullman, Washington.

How to access the Latah Trail?

There are multiple places to access the Latah Trail in both Moscow and Troy. The most popular access points in Moscow are near the University of Idaho or at the intersection of Highway 8 and Mountain View Road.

There are also a few access points with small parking lots between Moscow and Troy along Highway 8.

The Troy City Park is the best access point in Troy.

If you just want to do the Bear Creek Canyon portion of the trail you can access it near the Troy water treatment plant just east of Troy, however, there is limited parking at that location on a short dirt road.

When is the best time of year to do the Latah Trail?

The Latah Trail is open and enjoyable all year round.

The wheat fields of the Palouse are wonderful throughout spring, summer, and fall.

Bear Creek Canyon offers a cooler ride/walk during the hot summer months and plenty of fall colors.

Winter activities will depend on the amount of snowfall in the area.

More information about the Latah Trail

More information on the Latah trail can be found on All Trails, Latah trail.org , visit Idaho, city of Moscow, and traillink.com