Flat Iron Trail
Swan Valley, Idaho
| Address: | ~Indian Creek, Swan Valley, ID 83449, USA |
| GPS: |
43°24'25.7"N 111°19'16.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Idaho |
| Trail Length: | 3.00 miles |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| MTB Trail Type: | 4x4 Trail |
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OHV trail. source: fs.usda.gov Courtesy of Singletracks.com
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Flat Iron Trail
Flat Iron Trail is a singletrack mountain bike trail in Swan Valley, Idaho. View maps, videos, photos, and reviews of Flat Iron Trail bike trail in Swan Valley.
http://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/flat-iron-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 Swan Valley, Idaho
- Head northwest on US-26 W toward Traughber Rd (3.0 mi)
- Turn left onto NF-058 (2.2 mi)
- Continue onto Forest Rd 076 (3.8 mi)
- Turn right onto Indian CreekDestination will be on the right(33 ft)
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