Jacob City Soldier Canyon Loop

Total Miles
15.0

Technical Rating

5

Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

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Jacob City Soldier Canyon Loop
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Trail Overview

Jacob City is a scenic loop with classic Great Basin scenery. The trail passes the historic Jacob City ghost town and then climbs to nearly 10,000 feet before climbing down to Soldier Canyon on a rough and narrow trail. Mine history is scattered throughout.

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Jacob City Soldier Canyon Loop
Jacob City Soldier Canyon Loop

Technical Rating

5

Status Reports

Liveforglory
Nov 21, 2025
1972 Jeep CJ
Open
Muddy/Wet
Snow/Ice
Wet but beautiful. Very fun trail
Jake Shafer
Oct 25, 2025
4x4
Obstructed
Honestly, it was my fault I wrecked my truck on this trail. Should have payed more attention to ratings and others who have submitted comments. But I took my 2015 Chevy Silverado that was way too big to take down this loop. I wouldn’t recommend taking anything other than a fourwheeler or bike down this trail. Next time I won’t do it alone at 2 in the morning. Good luck
Jenica Laws
Sep 27, 2025
SxS
Open
Normal
Mitch Jones
Sep 13, 2025
2015 RAM 2500
Open
Didnt do the loop. Just from trail head to almost jacob city. The last little bit down to jacob city was too narrow for my full size truck. but side by sides can make it safely. good view

Jacob City Soldier Canyon Loop can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV
  • SxS (60")
  • ATV (50")
  • Dirt Bike

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