Trail Overview

This portion of the Great Western Trail stretches from the red rock-covered low lands around Loa up onto the Thousand Lake mountain plateau. The higher elevations are covered in Pine and Aspen trees. There is an abundance of wildlife from the Rocky Mountain Elk, Mule Deer, Coyote, and smaller rabbits, Chipmunk, and squirrel.

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Difficulty

The trail is easy to traverse but can be covered in rock. Weather can cause disturbances such as fallen tree's or wash outs. This is usually only experienced in the early and later portions of the riding seaons.

Technical Rating

Kaden

Nov 29, 2025

Open

Very Rocky, it was slow going because of how rocky it was.

CODY PARRY

Jun 16, 2024

Open

Trail start off nice and fun for a bout a quarter of a mile then it becomes extremely technical with large sharp rocks everywhere that you have to go over. In addition, there are trees and muddy areas that are virtually impossible to pass. I wouldn't take a dirt bike or adventure bike up this trail as you will be on your butt alot. ATV and small 50" side by sides are ok but some parts will be a challenge to pass. Don't go if you don't know what your doing. We ended up getting a flat tire near the north end because of all the sharp rocks. There are funner options out there.

bryan young

Jun 16, 2024

Open