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      White Clouds trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Horseback, Mountain Biking, Dirtbiking, E-Biking and ATVing/Offroading. Scenery includes creeks, lakes and summits.
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      Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
      Land Status: National Forest
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Sep 11, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      29
      Trails Mountain Bike
      20
      Trails E-Bike
      11
      Trails Gravel Bike
      4
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      4
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      3
      Trails Horse
      21
      Trails Hike
      28
      Trails Trail Running
      28
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      13
      Trails Observed Trials
      1
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      3
      Total Distance
      135 miles
      Total Descent
      27,103 ft
      Total Vertical
      4,040 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      10,001 ft
      Reports
      43
      Photos
      79
      Completed Counter
      784

      Popular White Clouds Mountain Biking Trails

      • 70 ★ 4.3 • 6 miles • 306 ft • 81 •
      Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 306 ft black diamond climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 47 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 70 ★ 4.8 • 10 miles • 1,440 ft • 70 •
      Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 52 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 50 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 603 ft • 19 •
      Antz Basin Trail climbs from Fourth of July Lake to a saddle overlooking Ants Basin. This saddle is the boundary of the White Cloud Wilderness, created in August 2015. So enjoy the view and know that continuing into the Warm Springs...
      • 65 ★ 4.5 • 7 miles • 1,046 ft • 17 •
      Moderately popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 hour55 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 40 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 269 ft • 16 •
      Moderately popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 21 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 4.0 • 13 miles • 1,842 ft • 15 •
      Less popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 1 hour11 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 11 miles • 2,555 ft • 13 •
      Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 hours8 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 65 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 136 ft • 11 • • moto
      Private property, stay on trail, max 10MPH, do not stop; single-track uses only. (IDPR constructed, opened 10/24/24.) Seasonal dates open: Motorcycle 05/01-11/30

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      White Clouds Mountain Bike Routes

      ★ 5.0 • 17 miles • 2,031 ft • 4 • Loop •
      Fast flow downhill after gravel road climb.
      ★ 4.0 • 21 miles • 3,949 ft • 6 • Point to Point •
      A way to get the Williams creek descent, with a ton more singletrack along the way.
      • 24 miles • 4,414 ft • 2 •
      • 14 miles • 2,683 ft • 1 •
      • 15 miles • 2,702 ft • 0 •

      Photos of White Clouds Mountain Bike

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      Videos of White Clouds Mountain Bike

      DH Bomb Run || Little Boulder Crk Tr, White...
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      4:58 | 396 | Aug 18, 2022 , Stanley
      White Cloud Mtns, Idaho || Tr 047, Near Little...
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      6:10 | 245 | Aug 11, 2022 , Stanley
      White Cloud Mtns, Idaho || Livingston Mill -...
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      4:49 | 338 | Jul 31, 2022 , Stanley
      A Kick Ass Backcountry Ride.  Mountain Biking...
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      32:18 | 602 | Aug 3, 2021 , Stanley
      Fisher Creek Loop with The Skydio Chase Drone...
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      21:05 | 586 | Aug 3, 2021

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Galena Gulch
      Sep 8, 2026 @ 12:27pm (America/Boise)
      Sep 8, 2026
      Ideal Just a few trees down on the trail....Galenaerin S2C
      Little Boulder Creek
      Jul 14, 2026 @ 7:45am (America/Boise)
      Jul 14, 2026
      DryIDMTBCruiser
      Livingston Mill-Castle Divide
      Jul 14, 2026 @ 7:45am (America/Boise)
      Jul 14, 2026
      DryIDMTBCruiser
      Germania Creek
      Jul 7, 2025 @ 9:29am
      Jul 7, 2025
      Variabletrail is clear and creek crossings were...ama
      Grand Prize
      Jun 20, 2025 @ 6:44pm
      Jun 20, 2025
      VariableTrail Running There are some large patches of seasonal...Ethan52dRGn
      Bowery
      Jul 1, 2023 @ 9:31am
      Jul 1, 2023
      DryDirtbike/Moto Cut out quite a few trees but still some...tristangreaves
      Washington Lake
      Jul 1, 2023 @ 9:29am
      Jul 1, 2023
      VariableDirtbike/Moto A bit of snow but all ridable. Cut out...tristangreaves

      Activity Feed

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      Oct 16, 2026 @ 2:50pm
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      Galenaerinupdatetrailactivity #106007994
      Oct 16, 2026 @ 2:22pm
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      DilloDeanwishlistrouteactivity #103937111 and 1 more
      Sep 16, 2026 @ 1:12pm
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      CM6wishlistrouteactivity #103894012
      Sep 15, 2026 @ 8:38pm
      Sep 15, 2026

      Recent Comments

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      DanG75trailPRIVATE EF Salmon WorkaroundI rode it today. Out and back. Wish it was 50...
      Sep 1, 2025 @ 9:01pm
      Sep 1, 2025
      DanG75trailPRIVATE EF Salmon WorkaroundI rode it today. All good.
      Sep 1, 2025 @ 8:58pm
      Sep 1, 2025
      Alex6wNphotrailPRIVATE EF Salmon WorkaroundRe-Validated 8/17/25 by @IDPR: Operate three...
      Aug 19, 2025 @ 7:48am
      Aug 19, 2025
      JamesQAUNWRtrailPRIVATE EF Salmon WorkaroundYep. I rode it. All is good. Go through gate....
      Aug 12, 2025 @ 1:10pm
      Aug 12, 2025
      Alex6wNphotrailPRIVATE EF Salmon WorkaroundIDPR Trail Rangers rechecked the route and...
      Aug 12, 2025 @ 1:06pm
      Aug 12, 2025

      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Alturas Lake11.2 km
      East of Stanley 3 912 km
      Sawtooth Mountains 312.3 km
      Galena Lodge 12 10 712.4 km
      Red Fish Lake 2 1 214.4 km

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike2097 miles17,428 ft43 miles3,714 ft
      #2,814#3779392258
      E-Bike1156 miles11,096 ft26 miles3,340 ft
      #3,182#393835
      Gravel Bike525 miles2,385 ft7 miles2,044 ft
      #6,794#2,859411
      Adaptive Bike525 miles2,385 ft7 miles2,044 ft
      #6,807#2,860
      Winter Fat Bike316 miles715 ft3 miles2,057 ft
      #6,794#2,859
      Horse2197 miles20,728 ft46 miles4,039 ft
      #590#172821
      Hike28134 miles26,982 ft63 miles4,039 ft
      #1,600#27432353
      Trail Running28134 miles26,982 ft63 miles4,039 ft
      #1,053#1641231
      Dirtbike/Moto1370 miles11,686 ft29 miles3,340 ft
      #557#23266
      Observed Trials1
      4
      ATV/ORV/OHV314 miles72 ft3,684 ft1,985 ft
      #708#355

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in White Clouds?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in White Clouds are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in White Clouds?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in White Clouds are:
      • July (19 activities)
      • June (4 activities)
      • September (3 activities)
      Check the White Clouds reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in White Clouds?
      There are 4 parking locations listed in White Clouds. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in White Clouds?
      The longest trail in White Clouds is Grand Prize at 21.5 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in White Clouds?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in White Clouds?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in White Clouds?
      ▼ How many trails are in White Clouds?
      White Clouds has a total of 29 trails. Of those, 20 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in White Clouds to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in White Clouds?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in White Clouds is Germania Creek with 779 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in White Clouds?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in White Clouds is Grand Prize with 864 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in White Clouds?
      White Clouds supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in White Clouds?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in White Clouds is Livingston Mill-Castle Divide (South) with an average grade of 10.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in White Clouds?
      The overall region status for White Clouds is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 7 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 5
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in White Clouds?
      Yes, White Clouds supports e-bike riding. There are 10 trails in White Clouds that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in White Clouds?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in White Clouds are: View all mountain biking routes in White Clouds.
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in White Clouds?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in White Clouds are:
      • AM (3 activities)
      Check the White Clouds activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in White Clouds?
      The most popular Strava segments in White Clouds are:
      • Little Boulder Descent (304 athletes)
      • Big Boulder Creek Rd Climb (279 athletes)
      • Last push DH (160 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in White Clouds.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in White Clouds?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in White Clouds?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in White Clouds are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in White Clouds.
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