Hike into Spring

An insight to SHS students’ favorite hiking trails this Spring.

Staff Member: Taylor Granier Position: Social Media Editor

Now that spring has arrived, the temperature is rising and the snow is melting. Hiking is the best way to make up for the long, dreary months and lack of vitamin D. Sandpoint has many beautiful trails to hike up while soaking in the sun and enjoying some fresh air. With the frequent cold weather, it’s time to take these opportunities and enjoy the outdoors for as long as we can before the next winter arrives. Here are a few of the hiking trails that SHS students enjoy most.

Scotchman Peak: Senior Kennedy Denny shares that one of her favorite hikes is Scotchman Peak. “The trail is so hard because the elevation gain is so high, but running into the mountain goats is so cool.” This hike has a beautiful trail that Denny describes as, “SO green and lush and you see so many plants that are untouched…then at the top the view is AMAZING and you’re so high up.”

Roman Nose: Another one of Denny’s favorite hikes in the Sandpoint area is Roman Nose and she explains that “The hike isn’t hard at all, but the views are breathtaking.” Denny also says “It’s a great backpacking trail, especially if you’re wanting to do a last minute trip. There’s so many things to do around Roman Nose and so many places to explore.”

Beehive: One last hike shared by Denny is Beehive, an easier hike that still comes with some challenges to push yourself. “Beehive has SUCH amazing scenery… The lake you come out at is really small, but super gorgeous,” Denny says. She also explains that during the hike “You go through trees and end up following cairns at the end of the trail and it’s super beautiful.”