Drives Idaho Boise and Central Idaho
Sawtooth Scenic Byway: Highway 75
ID 75 · Ketchum → Stanley
The drive
Highway 75 north from Ketchum climbs past the Sawtooth National Recreation Area headquarters to Galena Summit at 8,701 feet, 29 miles northwest of Ketchum. Galena Overlook, a scenic viewpoint a little over a mile west of the summit at 8,400 feet, opened in 1964. Past the summit, the view opens onto the Sawtooth Valley, the headwaters of the River of No Return.
From there the road descends into the Sawtooth Valley, with the Sawtooth Mountains to the west and the White Cloud Mountains to the east, and runs north with the Salmon River to Stanley. The river crosses the byway several times. The drive is 58.8 miles and takes about 1 hr 10 min, and the intensity is Leisurely.
Along the way
- Ketchum
- Galena Summit
- Galena Overlook
- Stanley
Good to know
- The overlook is the place to stop for the view of the valley as you crest the pass.
- The Redfish Lake turnoff is about five miles south of Stanley.
Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check Idaho 511.
Questions about this drive
How long does Highway 75 from Ketchum to Stanley take?
The Sawtooth Scenic Byway drive from Ketchum to Stanley is 58.8 miles and takes about 1 hr 10 min.
How high is Galena Summit?
Galena Summit on Highway 75 is 8,701 feet, about 29 miles northwest of Ketchum.
Where is the Galena Overlook?
It is a scenic viewpoint a little over a mile west of Galena Summit, at 8,400 feet.
What you get in the app
Free on iPhone and Android. CarPlay and Android Auto come with Apex.
More drives near here
Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.