Box Canyon Trail - Hike and Mountain Bike near Island Park, Idaho
~3711 Riverside Dr, Island Park, ID 83429, USA,Island Park,Idaho
44.41424, -111.39189
1.2 miles SW of Island Park, Idaho
Address: ~3711 Riverside Dr, Island Park, ID 83429, USA
GPS: 44°24'51.3"N 111°23'30.8"W
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State: Idaho
Trail Length: 3.00 miles
MTB Difficulty: Intermediate
Trail Type: Out & Back
MTB Trail Type: 4x4 Trail
Trails/Routes: 5.8 mi

Hike and Mountain Bike

Various species of tress and wildflowers can be seen on the trail, as well as songbirds, waterfowl and occasional wildlife. The trail is open for the following uses: Motorcycle Trail Riding, Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) less than or equal to 50 inches wide. source: fs.usda.gov Courtesy of Singletracks.com
This is a very scenic singletrack that can be ridden in either direction. There is not a lot of climbing but you get to enjoy beautiful views of the river as you follow it for the majority of the trail. The first part of the trail has a few spots that are rocky and can be a little harder to navigate through but this ends after about the first mile or so.Courtesy of MTBProject.com
This trail is a fly-fisherman’s dream, providing access to the trout-filled waters of Henry’s Fork of the Snake River. Beginning at the campground, the trail wanders south along Box Canyon’s rim for 3 miles, bringing hikers to the river after passing through a colorful wildflower landscape. Best months for hiking are June through September.Courtesy of ultimateidaho.com

 

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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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.

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  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel & camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what you find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

Directions

From Island Park, Idaho

  1. Head south on Hwy 20 W toward Riverside Dr (0.3 mi)
  2. Turn right onto Riverside Dr (1.2 mi)
  3. Turn left to stay on Riverside Dr
    Destination will be on the left
    (89 ft)
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Trails

Distance ?

5.8 miles Round Trip

Elevation Gain ?

-90 feet

Real Ascent ?

165 feet

Real Descent ?

255 feet

Avg Grade (0°)

-1%

Grade (-13° to 12°)

-24% to 21%

Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.

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