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Cache Creek -> Game Creek (Snow King Resort Snow King Ski Area Cache Creek Trail Game Creek Trail Cache creek to game creek loop)

Mountain Biking Trail

Hard
20.54 mi
1,797 ft
One of the most popular and beautiful singletrack loops accessible from downtown Jackson.

"No visit to Jackson would be complete without a scream down Game Creek," writes Chris Daniels on This highly-acclaimed trail is not only popular with mountain bikers, but hikers, trail runners, and even backpackers flock to this route.

“This loop has two things to offer. First, the scenery is outstanding,” writes Jim Steele on Riders will enjoy vistas of Cache Peak, along with sweeping views of the surrounding mountain ranges from the top of the Cache/Game Divide. Wildflowers populate the alpine meadows, providing a colorful backdrop to your singletrack shredding.

According to the USFS, the trail flows through a mixture of willows and sections of pine forest. In places, “there are several beaver dams. . .so keep your eyes out for beavers in the early morning and at dusk.” Higher up, the Game Creek Trail runs "through a mixture of sagebrush and small aspen and pine forest."

"Second, the ride down Game Creek is exhilarating,” Steele continues. " It’s downhill the entire way, so you’ll get a chance to rest after the gradual climb up Cache Creek. It’s not a technical ride, but you do have to watch for roots, rocks and other obstacles. Don’t get going faster than you’re comfortable with – there are plenty of switchbacks, blind corners, and other trail users."

"This loop seems to offer it all: a decent workout, great views, wildflowers, wildlife, proximity to town, and an exhilarating descent,” Steele concludes

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Route and Elevation

Segments

NameDistanceElev. Diff.Avg. Grade
Cache Creek Dr Climb1.49 mi325 ft4.1%
Cache Creek Trail TH to end3.67 mi692 ft3.6%
Cache Creek TH to Cache-Game Saddle4.24 mi922 ft4.1%
Cache Game Roubaix 15.98 mi-1,391 ft-0.4%
Cache Creek Dr Climb1.54 mi282 ft3.5%
HowNOTtoSKYLINE1.63 mi289 ft3.3%
Cache Creek Dr Climb0.88 mi331 ft7.0%
Cache Creek to Cache/Game divide 0.55 mi243 ft8.2%
cache climb after the steep.0.40 mi177 ft8.4%
Game Creek DH to lot5.41 mi-1,211 ft-4.2%
Game Creek DH to West Game Juction2.07 mi-725 ft-6.6%
Game Creek DH2.08 mi-715 ft-6.5%
Game Creek DH3.10 mi-476 ft-2.9%
Dizzy Izzy pt. 10.82 mi-108 ft-2.1%
Southern Jackson Bike Trail6.36 mi194 ft0.6%
northbound bikepath (game to melody)2.04 mi135 ft1.2%
melody single track north1.40 mi69 ft0.4%
Rafter J to Smiths pathway1.28 mi36 ft0.2%