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SaveThe Gibson Jack riding area connects the City Creek riding area (to the north) with the Scout Mountain riding area (to the south). It is primarily on National Forest land along with some state land. There are a variety of multi-use trails for mountain biking, trail running, and hiking as well as horses, ATVs, and dirt bikes. Trails range in difficulty from beginner to very difficult.
Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
eBikes Allowed:
Yes
Shuttleable: YES
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- https://trails.idaho.gov/
- https://www.blm.gov/office/pocatello-field-office
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/ctnf
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- Mountain Bike
32 trails
- E-Bike
12 trails
- Horse
10 trails
- Hike
35 trails
- Trail Running
35 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
10 trails
Region Details
- 7
- 3
- 14
- 8
Region Status
Caution as of Sep 28, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 35
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 32
- Trails E-Bike
- 12
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 7
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 7
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 25
- Trails Horse
- 10
- Trails Hike
- 35
- Trails Trail Running
- 35
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 10
- Total Distance
- 71 miles
- Total Descent
- 15,462 ft
- Total Vertical
- 2,169 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 7,258 ft
- Reports
- 181
- Photos
- 235
- Completed Counter
- 4,234
Popular Gibson Jack Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 4 miles • 1,051 ft • 508 •
This is a great uphill option up to Elk Meadows and all of the connecting trails. A mix of doubletrack and singletrack, the first part from the parking lot is pretty easy, and then the second half gets just a bit steeper. Nice views of...
• 85 ★ 3.9 • 4 miles • 13 ft • 390 •
Fun with great views. Some flowy sections with quite a few technical, rock garden areas. Nothing too crazy as long as you enjoy bouncing around on the rocks.
• 75 ★ 4.4 • 3 miles • 217 ft • 227 •
A real nice meandering trail through the woods. The recommended direction is downhill. It can be a steep climb coming up from the West Fork Mink Creek trail.
• 75 ★ 4.0 • 4,958 ft • 92 ft • 210 •
A fast and narrow downhill. Gets overgrown by late summer.
• 70 ★ 4.2 • 3 miles • 140 ft • 205 •
Super fun, easy downhill trail. You can go up this without too much trouble, but downhill is where the fun is! It's wide, smooth, and flowy with somewhat bermed turns. You can get up plenty of speed, but it's not so steep you need to...
• 70 ★ 4.4 • 7 miles • 1,521 ft • 173 •
A longer ride from parking lot to parking lot. Plenty of climbing through varied terrain. Some great views and some interesting rock formations. Portions of this trail can get substantially overgrown by late summer.
• 80 ★ 0.0 • 2,503 ft • 123 ft • 144 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 123 ft blue climb. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 65 ★ 4.5 • 2 miles • 2 ft • 105 •
Highly rated moderately popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail and has a extreme overall physical rating. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.
Gibson Jack Mountain Bike Routes
★ 5.0 • 14 miles • 2,495 ft • 2 • Loop •
Just a basic route to take you from the Gibson Jack trailhead, up Gibson Jack, around Elk Meadows, then up...
★ 5.0 • 18 miles • 2,836 ft • 124 • Loop •
Slate Mountain to West Fork and back to Gibson Jack
★ 2.7 • 18 miles • 2,928 ft • 16 • Loop •
A classic loop with a few new additions.
Photos of Gibson Jack Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Crystal Summit Road | Sep 28, 2026 @ 9:24am (America/Boise) Sep 28, 2026 | Ideal | chrileas | ||
| Down the Chimney | Sep 28, 2026 @ 9:24am (America/Boise) Sep 28, 2026 | Ideal | chrileas | ||
| Corral Creek | Sep 24, 2026 @ 4:20pm (America/Boise) Sep 24, 2026 | Ideal | mtengaio | ||
| Elk Meadows | Aug 12, 2026 @ 8:30am (America/Boise) Aug 12, 2026 | Dry | Camitaysom | ||
| Midnight Creek - Upper | Aug 12, 2026 @ 8:30am (America/Boise) Aug 12, 2026 | Ideal | Camitaysom | ||
| Gibson Jack | Aug 12, 2026 @ 8:30am (America/Boise) Aug 12, 2026 | Dry | Camitaysom | ||
| Monument Gultch (Midnight Creek - Connector) | Aug 12, 2026 @ 8:30am (America/Boise) Aug 12, 2026 | Dry | Camitaysom | ||
| West Fork Mink Creek | Jun 20, 2026 @ 9:53am (America/Boise) Jun 20, 2026 | Ideal | Tulausa1 | ||
| Crystal Creek - North | May 29, 2026 @ 10:31am (America/Boise) May 29, 2026 | Ideal | mtengaio | ||
| Road Side | May 2, 2026 @ 10:25am (America/Boise) May 2, 2026 | Dry | theN8 |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richhuntsman | comment | report | activity #107208210 | Nov 4, 2026 @ 3:34pm Nov 4, 2026 |
| MelanieFkRzOU | wishlist | region | activity #105903248 | Oct 14, 2026 @ 6:10pm Oct 14, 2026 |
| Rhxuhdbsjdgshzjhdhsvwysbb1138 | wishlist | route | activity #105626940 | Oct 10, 2026 @ 1:03pm Oct 10, 2026 |
| chrileas | add | report | activity #104799257 and 1 more | Sep 28, 2026 @ 12:29pm Sep 28, 2026 |
| mtengaio | add | report | activity #104620545 | Sep 26, 2026 @ 7:06am Sep 26, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| report | P I’ll I’ll | Nov 4, 2026 @ 3:35pm Nov 4, 2026 | ||
| report | Look I’ll I’ll I’ll I’ll I’ll I’ll... | Nov 4, 2026 @ 3:34pm Nov 4, 2026 | ||
| trail | Most fun I’ve ever had bombing down a double... | Aug 29, 2026 @ 7:56pm Aug 29, 2026 | ||
| trail | Don't do it. This looks like it was built by... | Jul 17, 2025 @ 11:18am Jul 17, 2025 | ||
| report | Aq Asa saw saw sa’ a da4q, | Jun 19, 2025 @ 6:20am Jun 19, 2025 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Creek | 14 | 33 | 7 | 1 | 4.9 km |
| Scout Mountain | 3 | 25 | 6 | 4.9 km | |
| Portneuf Greenway | 5 | 6.7 km | |||
| Blackrock Canyon | 3 | 6.7 km | |||
| Pioneer Ridge | 10 | 10 | 3 | 10.1 km |
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Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 32 | 68 miles | 14,738 ft | 32 miles | 2,149 ft | #2,244 | #27 | 150 | 179 | 3 | 3,695 | |
| E-Bike | 12 | 20 miles | 4,003 ft | 10 miles | 1,611 ft | #5,669 | #71 | 1 | 130 | 2 | 519 | |
| Gravel Bike | 7 | 21 miles | 3,770 ft | 9 miles | 1,775 ft | #4,172 | #1,862 | 18 | 6 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 7 | 21 miles | 3,770 ft | 9 miles | 1,775 ft | #4,182 | #1,864 | 20 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 25 | 55 miles | 11,365 ft | 26 miles | 2,149 ft | #4,172 | #1,862 | 142 | ||||
| Horse | 10 | 10 miles | 2,087 ft | 5 miles | 591 ft | #2,820 | #93 | 27 | 1 | |||
| Hike | 35 | 71 miles | 15,463 ft | 33 miles | 2,169 ft | #1,821 | #28 | 59 | 180 | 2 | 358 | |
| Trail Running | 35 | 71 miles | 15,463 ft | 33 miles | 2,169 ft | #169 | #4 | 25 | 180 | 3 | 352 | |
| Dirtbike/Moto | 10 | 16 miles | 3,205 ft | 8 miles | 1,503 ft | #1,002 | #64 | 27 | 2 | 8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Gibson Jack?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Gibson Jack are:
- Down the Chimney (4.2/5)
- Birthday (4.2/5)
- Endless Descent (4.1/5)
- Mink to Box (4.1/5)
- Boundary Trail (4.1/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Gibson Jack?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Gibson Jack are:
- June (107 activities)
- July (105 activities)
- August (89 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Gibson Jack?
There are 4 parking locations listed in Gibson Jack. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Gibson Jack?
The longest trail in Gibson Jack is Slate Mountain at 7.4 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Gibson Jack?
The best hiking trails in Gibson Jack are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Gibson Jack?
The best trail running trails in Gibson Jack are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Gibson Jack?
The best dirtbiking trails in Gibson Jack are: View all dirtbiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Gibson Jack?
Gibson Jack has a total of 35 trails. Of those, 32 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Gibson Jack to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Gibson Jack?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Gibson Jack is Slate Mountain with 1,521 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Gibson Jack?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Gibson Jack is Slate Mountain with 1,306 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Gibson Jack?
Gibson Jack supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Gibson Jack?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Gibson Jack is Gebo connector with an average grade of 10%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Gibson Jack?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Gibson Jack are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Gibson Jack?
The overall region status for Gibson Jack is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 23 trails:
- Clear / Green: 18
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 5
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Can I ride an ebike in Gibson Jack?
Yes, Gibson Jack supports e-bike riding. There are 12 trails in Gibson Jack that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Gibson Jack?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Gibson Jack are: View all mountain biking routes in Gibson Jack.
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What type of bike is most common in Gibson Jack?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Gibson Jack are:
- AM (40 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Gibson Jack?
The most popular Strava segments in Gibson Jack are:
- IES Stage 4 (1,340 athletes)
- WF Double Push (1,004 athletes)
- Corral Creek DH (835 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Gibson Jack?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Gibson Jack are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Gibson Jack?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Gibson Jack are:
- Meadow Hook (0/5)
- Gebo connector (0/5)
- North Fork Gibson Jack Creek Trail (0/5)
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