Pack Saddle Loop

Total Miles
0.6

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Fall, Summer

Trail Type

Single Track

Accessible By

Trail Overview

This is a short 0.6 mile segment of trail near the Packer Lake Saddle that is easy and beginner-friendly. It starts and ends off of the Sunrise trail, which is similar in easy difficulty. It cuts across the hillsides on a gradual and smooth path, winding through pine trees with open views out over the hillsides. There are some whoops and big banked corners, and the trail is mostly clear of any rocks. It has a few tighter turns through the trees, but no major obstacles. You'll likely see mountain bikers here as this is near the start of the Downieville Downhill - a long downhill route from the Packer Lake Saddle to the town of Downieville.

Photos of Pack Saddle Loop

Pack Saddle Loop
Pack Saddle Loop

Difficulty

This trail is very easy as it has no rocks, and maintains a gradual grade throughout the short route and doesn't have any exposure. This is ideal for less experienced riders for a short trail near the parking area.

Technical Rating

3

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Pack Saddle Loop can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Dirt Bike

Access Description

The moto trails in the Tahoe National Forest northeast of Downieville, CA are best accessed from the Packer Lake Saddle or Sierra Buttes Trailhead on Gold Valley Road. It's a steep paved road with a couple dirt parking lots, not ideal for large trailers. Parking is tricky in the town of Downieville with no official staging area, so it's best accessed from the east side of the trail system. These trails are highly popular with mountain bikers as well.

Pack Saddle Loop Map

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