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Horsetail Creek Trail
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Bridger - Teton National Forest, Jackson Ranger District, Atherton Creek Campground, Lower Slide Lake, Gros Ventre River, Ditch Creek, Horse Tail Creek |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season |
Located near the eastern shores of Lower Slide Lake, this area has a single track trail that forms a long but scenic loop. The trail is about ten miles long but is geared for experienced riders due to steep climbs and descents and narrow switchbacks. After finishing the loop, just head about five miles east past the staging area and check out the Slate Creek and Dry Dallas Trails.
This is a very scenic area that offers panoramic views of mountains, meadows and canyons. Camping is permitted at Atherton Creek Campground which has about 30 sites, each with a picnic table, fire ring, water fountains and a boat ramp.
The riding season is short and motorized use is permitted from July though mid September. There is no fee to ride but motorcycles must display a current Wyoming ORV Permit.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | WY ORV Permit |
| Dates Open | July - September 9 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | All non-residents must purchase a Wyoming ORV permit. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Prohibited | |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | riders must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $20.00 RV: $20.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $10.00 Atherton Creek Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Kelly, WY | ||
| Address | Gros Ventre Road, Kelly, WY 83011 | ||
| From: Jackson, WY
1) Take US-189/US-191 North about 7 miles 2) Turn right (north-east) onto Gros Ventre Road, continue 8 miles 3) Turn right (east) to stay on Gros Ventre Road, continue about 7 miles 4) Staging area is on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Bridger - Teton National Forest - Jackson Ranger District 25 Rosencrans Lane Jackson, WY 83001 (307) 739-5400 r4_b-t_info@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Wyoming Department of State Parks 2301 Central Avenue Cheyenne, WY 82002 (877) 996-7275 (307) 777-6323 state.parks.parks@wyo.gov wyoparks.state.wy.us |
| Comment | ORV Permit Info |
Horsetail Creek Trail Photo
A Honda XR650 on a nice section of single track trail. Photo Submitted 7/8/2016 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 10 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 6900 to 8500 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track |  All | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | Some | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Mostly |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 20-30 Miles (SW) | Loaf 'N Jug (307) 733-7947 |
| Diesel | 20-30 Miles (SW) | Loaf 'N Jug (307) 733-7947 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (W) | Atherton Creek Campground (307) 739-5400 |
 RV Hookup | 20-30 Miles (N) | Grand Teton Park RV Resort (307) 733-1980 or (800) 563-6469 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Gros Ventre Campground (800) 628-9988 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (W) | Atherton Creek Campground (307) 739-5400 |
 Conv Store | 20-30 Miles (SW) | Loaf 'N Jug (307) 733-7947 |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS