Hiking and Mountain Biking

Teton Valley offers hundred of miles of single-track trails for mountain biking and hiking. And for road bikes, there are endless miles of pavement that offer all levels of riding and the utmost in panoramic eye-candy. So if you want to take a day off from fishing the South Fork and put in some miles your options are almost endless.

Kelly Canyon

This mountain bike trail near Kelly Canyon Ski Area is a 5.4 mile loop with other options available. The strenuous beginning doesn't last long. Highlights are the views in all directions from the top of the mountain.

Snake River Rim Trail

Just on the other side of the river canyon from the South Fork Lodge is a long single track trail. This trail follows the incredible canyon of the Snake River and usually is done as an out and back rather than a loop. Exciting views of the river canyon await as you climb away from, and then descend back to the rivers edge.

Aspen Trail

Just a few miles east of Driggs, the Aspen Trail climbs and traverses the foothills of the Teton Range and offers excellent views of Teton Valley. This local favorite is intermediate, but has a few technical sections and a few creek crossings.

Mill Creek Trail

Near the entrance to Teton Canyon, about six miles west of Driggs, Mill Creek Trail climbs north all the way up to Grand Targhee Resort. The climb is long and steep giving you a great workout with a rewarding downhill that is fast and extremely fun. You can create a loop by including Ski Hill Road.

Horseshoe Canyon

This network of trails is about eight miles west of Driggs. By linking trails together, you can improvise and create almost and length and difficulty of ride. The views of the Teton Range, across the Valley are awesome, especially in the afternoon light.

Cave Falls

Cave Falls, located near Ashton, is only 20 feet high but reaches 250 feet across the Falls River in the southwest corner of Yellowstone National Park. The falls are an impressive sight and a starting point for a good hike.

Mesa Falls

Located on the scenic route between Ashton and Island Park, these two majestic falls on the Henry's Fork of the Snake should not be missed. There are nice short hikes to stunning view points for each. These are two of the last undisturbed waterfalls of consequence in the west. Lower Mesa Falls is 65' high and viewed from high above the falls. Upper Mesa Falls is 112' and has several viewing platforms at river level plus restrooms and a visitors center. The scenic byway is 28.7 miles and is a perfect excursion from the lodge.