Conant Creek Pegram Truss Railroad Bridge
Ashton, Idaho
| Address: | 3968 E 1000 N, Ashton, ID 83420, USA |
| GPS: |
44°1'37.3"N 111°22'6.3"W Maps |
| State: | Idaho |
| Trail Length: | 2.00 miles |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| Hike Difficulty: | Easiest |
| Trails/Routes: | 0.8 mi |
Hike
As part of the Rails to Trails project, this old railroad bridge has been transformed into a very safe little viewing experience for the whole family. You can drive right up to the bridge where there is a great little spot to park. Conant Creek meeanders hundreds of feet below the bridge. It's about 300 yards across and whether you're taking in the vibrant colors of spring, the beautiful fall colors, or the Tetons looming in the background, the view is spectacular.
The bridge is part of the 30 mile Ashton-Tetonia Trail. There is a smaller bridge less than 2.5 miles north on the trail.
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Add ResourceBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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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
Do not follow Google Directions. Try these instead:
From Ashton, Idaho:
- Head east on ID-47 N/Main St toward S 6th St
Continue to follow ID-47 N
(0.6 mi) - Turn right onto ID-32
(4.0 mi) - Turn left onto E 1000 N
(3.3 mi) - Turn right onto Ashton-Tetonia Trail (or park below the trail and walk)
(0.85 mi)
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Trails
Distance ?
0.8 milesElevation Gain ?
53 feetReal Ascent ?
61 feetReal Descent ?
8 feetAvg Grade (1°)
1%Grade (-1° to 2°)
-1% to 3%Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.
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