Snake River Birds of Prey

Popular single-track and ATV loop system near the Kelly Canyon Ski Resort. Winding forest trails with steep climbs and magnificent views of the Snake River valley.

When to go: Summer and Fall typically offer the best window.

Status: Seasonal. Seasonal routes change with snowpack and storms — confirm with the managing ranger district before driving out.

Vehicles: Dirt Bike, ATV, UTV. Standard maintenance and a spare tire cover the basics here. Given the route length, plan fuel and water carefully — extra cans are advisable.

Upper Snake context

The Upper Snake wraps western Yellowstone — Island Park's caldera, the Targhee Forest, and the Teton Valley. Wildlife density is among Idaho's highest (grizzly, wolf, elk, moose), so bear-aware practices are baseline. Many drainages have seasonal wildlife closures. Rexburg, Ashton, and Driggs are the bases.

Best for drivers who understand their vehicle and the cost of a mistake in remote country.