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Long Springs
Thursday, December 12, 2024
| Other Names | Caribou-targhee National Forest, Palisades Ranger District, North Fork Indian Creek, South Fork Indian Creek, Deadhorse Peak, Snake River, Palidades Reservoir |
| Last Known Status | Open |
Located on the Idaho/Wyoming border, this trail system offers around 30 miles of pure single track that winds through an alpine forest with several creek crossings, narrow switchbacks with some rugged climbs.
Visitors should note that these trails are only open to dirt bikes, hiking, mountain biking and equestrian use. Camping and day use areas can be found near Palisades Reservoir.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | WY ORV Permit |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| 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 | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | vehicles must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
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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 | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Alpine, WY | ||
| From: Jackson, WY
1) Take Hwy 191 South about 13 miles 2) Proceed through roundabout and take exit for US-26/US-89 south, continue about 23 miles 3) Turn right (north) onto US-26, continue 1.7 miles 4) Turn right (east) onto FS Road 20, continue 1.3 miles toward staging area. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Caribou-targhee National Forest - Palisades Ranger District 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
| Miles Of Trail | 30 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 5900 to 9000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust |  Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | All | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade |  Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Alpine, WY | |
| Diesel | Alpine, WY | |
 Water | Alpine, WY | |
 RV Hookup | Alpine, WY | |
 RV Disposal | Alpine, WY | |
| Campground | Alpine, WY | |
 Conv Store | Alpine, WY |
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