Ashton to Tetonia Trail
Ashton, Idaho
| Address: | N 3600 E, Ashton, ID 83420, USA |
| GPS: |
44°4'32.1"N 111°26'8.6"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Idaho |
| Trails/Routes: | 29.6 mi |
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Mountain Bike
The Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation undertook the project to transform the old Teton Valley Branch of the Union Pacific Railroad from Ashton to Tetonia into a trail for bikes, ATVs, and snowmobiles, runners, cross-country skiers, and horses. The trail goes from Ashton to Tetonia and can be accessed via Ashton, Marysville, Bitch Creek, Felt, or Tetonia. Information can be found at kiosks in Marysville and at Bitch Creek.
Elevation Gain (Southbound): 787 ft
Length: 29.6 mi
SnakeRiverMountainBikeClub.com Trail Map
More Information
Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Ashton, Idaho
- Head east on ID-47 N/Main St toward S 6th StContinue to follow ID-47 N(0.6 mi)
- Turn left onto N 3600 E (0.3 mi)
Trails
Distance ?
29.6 milesElevation Gain ?
-779 feetReal Ascent ?
317 feetReal Descent ?
1,096 feetAvg Grade (0°)
0%Grade (-3° to 1°)
-4% to 2%Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.
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