Spring Creek Trail
Alta, Wyoming
| Address: | ~2150 Rapid Creek Rd, Alta, WY 83414, USA |
| GPS: |
43°43'29.8"N 111°2'11.3"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Wyoming |
| Trail Length: | 4.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Easiest |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| MTB Trail Type: | 4x4 Trail |
Mountain Bike
This trail starts at the remains of the historic Rapid Creek Ranger Station. The trail heads east following an old road. After crossing Rapid Creek, the trail climbs up to a ridge that offers spectacular views of the central Tetons and Darby Canyon. source: fs.usda.gov Courtesy of Singletracks.com
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Spring Creek Trail
Spring Creek Trail is a singletrack mountain bike trail in Driggs, Idaho. View maps, videos, photos, and reviews of Spring Creek Trail bike trail in Driggs.
http://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/spring-creek-trail-10296/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 Alta, Wyoming
- Head south on Alta School Rd toward W Alta Ski Hill Rd (82 ft)
- Slight right onto W Alta Ski Hill Rd (0.5 mi)
- Turn left onto S Stateline RdPassing through IdahoEntering Wyoming(1.8 mi)
- Turn left onto Spring Creek Rd (0.5 mi)
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