Big Bend Ridge Trail
Ashton, Idaho
| Address: | ~Forest Rd 343, Ashton, ID 83420, USA |
| GPS: |
44°13'40.3"N 111°31'12.6"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Idaho |
| Trail Length: | 18.00 miles |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| MTB Trail Type: | 4x4 Trail |
Mountain Bike
Trail is open to OHVs. source: fs.usda.gov Courtesy of Singletracks.com
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Big Bend Ridge Trail
Big Bend Ridge Trail is a singletrack mountain bike trail in Ashton, Idaho. View maps, videos, photos, and reviews of Big Bend Ridge Trail bike trail in Ashton.
http://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/big-bend-ridge-trail/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 west on Main St toward 5th St (0.3 mi)
- Turn right onto US-20 E (9.2 mi)
- Turn left onto S Antelope Flat Rd (3.4 mi)
- Turn left onto Free Use Canyon Rd (2.9 mi)
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