Packsaddle Lake

Total Miles 12.3
Technical Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time Fall, Summer
Trail Type 50" Trail
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Trail Overview

This route takes you to a natural lake named Packsaddle Lake from the northern edges of the Big Hole Range. There are amazing views of the Tetons along the way, including views across the Snake River Plain and of Big Southern Butte, the Menan Buttes, the Bitterroot, Lemhi, and Lost River Ranges. This is a must-ride route in the Big Hole Range. If you are not able to ride to the area on a 50-inch or less ATV or motorcycle, be sure to go to the viewpoint below, but access the lake and hike down from Trail 381 (Packsaddle Lake). The parking area is at 43.77412, -111.33892.

Photos of Packsaddle Lake

Difficulty

The switchbacks down to the lake can make a novice rider nervous and there is a lot of loose rock along the route.

Technical Rating

4

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Patric Crouse
Jun 02, 2025
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Good trail! No snow coming from west side.. small mud holes and the switch backs down to the lake are dry but a little rocky and exposed roots.
Jon Walker
May 25, 2025
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There was still some snow but mostly passable. Couldn’t find the Packsaddle motorized trail head. You can only access the lake from the east side. Fun ride, not difficult and amazing views
McKay Shakespear
Jun 10, 2024
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Daniel Mendoza
Sep 01, 2023
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Packsaddle Lake Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch

Packsaddle Lake Map

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