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Indian Creek
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Caribou-targhee National Forest, Palisades Ranger District, Swan Valley, Snake River, Fall Creek, Echo Canyon, Horse Creek, Long Gulch, Rash Canyon, Commissary Ridge, Deadhorse Ridge |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This part of southeastern Idaho offers miles of designated ATV and single track loops that are marked. Many are twisty and narrow and is a good mix of hard pack with light to moderate elevation changes.
This trail system is very large but there are several staging areas that offers flat grassy parking with information kiosks. Primitive camping is permitted but there are no services so bring your own supplies.
The area is very scenic and offers rugged mountain views and plenty of wildlife, so plan to stay at least a couple days to explore it all.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Idaho OHV Registration Sticker |
| Dates Open | April 15 through December 14 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | A non-resident registration sticker must be purchased. (As of January 2020, Idaho no longer honors stickers from other states.) |
| 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 | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate and narrow terrain |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Some Areas | permitted on designated forest service roads |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Some Areas | (maximum width 50 inches) permitted on designated forest service roads |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Swan Valley, ID | ||
| From: Idaho Falls, ID
1) Take US-26 East about 45 miles 2) Turn left (south) onto Snake River Road/NF-58, continue 1.3 miles 3) Turn right (south) onto FS Road 77, continue 1.5 miles 4) Echo Valley Staging Area is on the left. For South Fork Fall Creek Staging Area: 5) Continue past Echo Valley Staging Area 4 miles 6) Staging area is on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Caribou-targhee National Forest 1405 Hollipark Drive Idaho Falls, ID 83401 (208) 557-5900 mailroom_r4_caribou_targhee@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 96,000 acres (150 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 100 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 5300 to 7500 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust |  Some | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track |  Many | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | All | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Swan Valley, ID | |
| Diesel | Swan Valley, ID | |
 Water | Swan Valley, ID | |
 RV Hookup | Swan Valley, ID | |
 RV Disposal | Swan Valley, ID | |
| Campground | Swan Valley, ID | |
 Conv Store | Swan Valley, ID |
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