5.5 miles

Horseshoe Trails - Big Hole Mtns

Teton Valley

Fee: $0.00 - donations appreciated

Access:

From Jackson, take WY Hwy 22 west over Teton Pass. Continue north on ID Hwy 33 to Driggs. Turn left at the light (west) onto Cedron Rd towards Bates.Drive 4 miles, then continue straight for 2 more miles.Turn right (north) onto N 7000 W for 1 mile.Turn left, drive 3 miles to Horseshoe Canyon.

Description:

The Horseshoe winter trails cover 900 acres of forested land at the head of Horseshoe Canyon in the northern Big Hole Mountains of Teton Valley, ID. Thanks to a generous gift from the Maytag family to the Caribou-Targhee USFS, these trails offer over 6 miles of peaceful exploration for classic cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or even Alpine touring skiing.

Parking: Available at the trailhead.

Skiing Experience: Suitable for all skill levels. The terrain is relatively flat with occasional small uphills and downhills that contour the northeast side of the Big Holes.

Directions:

Beginnings: Start at the summer trailhead for Horseshoe Canyon. Ski up the access trail (1.3 miles) to reach the main loop trail, leading to a former ranch home transformed into a new yurt.The main loop trail can be skied in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.

Views: Magnificent views of the Tetons across Teton Valley from the yurt's deck.

Extended Exploration: Explore other forest roads, former mining roads, and nearby snowmobile trails.

Return: Follow the trail back to the trailhead.

Winter Groomings: The trails are groomed and well-maintained. Check with Teton Valley Trails and Pathways for the latest grooming information or get your grooming updates with JH Nordic.

Summer Conditions: In summer, the ski track is a USFS dirt road, ideal for easy gravel or mountain bike rides. It's also accessible on foot for a walk.

A Note for:

Dog Owners: Dogs are welcome but be respectful of wildlife.

Summer Hikers: Ideal for summer hikes.

Fat Bikers: The trail offers a great experience for fat bikers.