South Fork Fall Creek Trail
Swan Valley, Idaho
| Address: | ~NF-077, Swan Valley, ID 83449, USA |
| GPS: |
43°23'33.4"N 111°27'0.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Idaho |
| Trail Length: | 7.00 miles |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| MTB Trail Type: | 4x4 Trail |
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OHV trail. Courtesy of Singletracks.com
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South Fork Fall Creek Trail
South Fork Fall Creek Trail is a singletrack mountain bike trail in Swan Valley, Idaho. View maps, videos, photos, and reviews of South Fork Fall Creek Trail bike trail in Swan Valley.
http://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/south-fork-fall-creek-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 (1.2 mi)
- Turn right onto NF-077 (5.2 mi)
- Turn leftDestination will be on the right(0.2 mi)
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