Death Crotch Hill Climb
Laramie, Wyoming
Mountain Bike
Trail climbs about 600 feet over 1.5 miles, passing through pine and aspen forest amongst numerous granite outcroppings. Along the upper half of the trail, riders are rewarded with sweeping views of the Pole Mountain and Vedauwoo areas.
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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 Laramie, Wyoming
- Head south on S 5th St toward Grand Ave (177 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Grand Ave (0.1 mi)
- Turn left onto S 3rd St (1.0 mi)
- Turn left to merge onto I-80 E (9.5 mi)
- Take exit 323 for WY-210 toward Happy Jack Rd (0.3 mi)
- Turn left onto WY-210 E (5.1 mi)
From Laramie: East on I-80 to Exit 323, then east on WYO 210 for five miles to Bruce's Corner.
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