Near West Game Creek Trail #4026
Looking up Game from the intersection with West Game.
Near West Game Creek Trail #4026
Starting the glorious descent into West Game Creek. The burned out forest w/green grass and flowers is simply stunning
Near West Game Creek Trail #4026
Looking north on West Game Creek Trail. Photos don't do it justice! Fantastic trail.

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West Game Creek Trail #4026

4.0 (1 Rating)
The only trail that brings you down the south side of Snow King.
3.2
mi
Distance
206
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.17mi
Distance
206ft
Elevation Gain
941ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
7,583ft
High Point
6,648ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The descent starts at the saddle east of Snow King summit, which gives a great view of Jackson. Start in a meadow with a very smooth trail. Switchbacks and a few more technical sections exist where the trail passes through forests. The middle of the descent is located in a burnt forest that usually has many wildflowers and mushrooms. Continue to travel along tacky dirt until you reach Game Creek trail. Depending on recent rains, the bottom of the trail can get muddy and overgrown in spots.

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