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A gentle, shaded climb to Elk Meadows.


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3.7

Miles

6.0

KM

Singletrack

6,276' 1,913 m

High

5,211' 1,588 m

Low

1,091' 333 m

Up

26' 8 m

Down

6%

Avg Grade (3°)

14%

Max Grade (8°)

Dogs Unknown

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Description

This trail is popular among bikers, hikers, and horseback riders. The trail follows the West Fork of Mink Creek, beginning at the West Fork trailhead and topping out at the Elk Meadows jeep road. It's a gentle but consistent climb to the top on a well-used dirt trail with a handful of water bars and a few rocks. Most of the trail is shaded, so it's a nice ride on a hot afternoon. At the top you'll cross a cattle guard at the intersection of Elk Meadows road. From there you can head to Gibson Jack, Crystal Springs, Chimney Creek (Birthday Trail), and other trails in the area.

Contacts

Shared By:

TJ Budge

Trail Ratings

  3.6 from 7 votes

#12

in Pocatello

#20079

Overall
  3.6 from 7 votes
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Trail Rankings

#12

in Pocatello

#847

in Idaho

#20,079

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Photos

Cruising up West Fork
Sep 18, 2014 near Pocatello, ID
One of the meadows
Jul 12, 2017 near Pocatello, ID
Colors are changing
Sep 18, 2014 near Pocatello, ID
Meadows near the top of West Fork.
Jul 10, 2014 near Pocatello, ID
2nd Moose within 3 miles.
Jul 10, 2014 near Pocatello, ID

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