12.3 miles
Distance
1,531 ft
Climb
-1,528 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point

This moderate loop is a great way to explore three recent, new trails in the East Eagle Area. They are some of the first trails to dry out after a snow or rain event. Early spring and late fall are perfect times to get out in this area. Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance is adding a single track trail in place of Road Gulch the summer of 2024 so stay tuned for updates to this route.

Detailed Description
Belly Up, Hillbilly and Wills Thrill is a 12 mile popular intermediate route located near Eagle Colorado. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 5 trails. This route climbs 1,531 ft with a max elevation of 7,823 ft then descends -1,528 ft.
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  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • eBike Allowed
  • Bike type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
More Stats for Belly Up, Hillbilly and Wills Thrill mountain bike route
  • Altitude min
    6,698 ft
  • Altitude start
    6,698 ft
  • Altitude end
    6,703 ft
  • Grade max
    -57.1%
  • Grade min
    39%
  • Distance climb
    6 miles
  • Distance down
    5 miles
  • Distance flat
    1 mile

Directions

  1. Walk northeast on Parking Lot.
  2. Continue for 60 meters.
  3. Turn right onto Haymaker Connector.
  4. Continue for 200 meters.
  5. Turn right onto Haymaker (1st & 2nd Loops).
  6. Continue for 1 kilometer.
  7. Turn right to stay on Haymaker (1st & 2nd Loops).
  8. Continue for 1 kilometer.
  9. Turn right onto Haymaker (3rd Loop).
  10. Continue for 600 meters.
  11. Keep left to stay on Haymaker (3rd Loop).
  12. Continue for 400 meters.
  13. Bear right onto Road Gulch.
  14. Continue for 3 kilometers.
  15. Walk north on Belly Up.
  16. Continue for 1.5 kilometers.
  17. Turn right onto Hillbilly.
  18. Continue for 1.5 kilometers.
  19. Turn left onto Bellyache Rd..
  20. Continue for 1.5 kilometers.
  21. Turn left onto Campground Loop.
  22. Continue for 70 meters.
  23. Make a right U-turn to stay on Campground Loop.
  24. Continue for 20 meters.
  25. Walk southeast on Hillbilly.
  26. Continue for 800 meters.
  27. Turn right onto Will's Thrill.
  28. Continue for 1.5 kilometers.
  29. Turn right onto Road Gulch.
  30. Continue for 2 kilometers.
  31. Make a sharp right onto Haymaker (3rd Loop).
  32. Continue for 10 meters.
  33. Turn left to stay on Haymaker (3rd Loop).
  34. Continue for 4 kilometers.
  35. Turn left onto Parking Lot.
  36. Continue for 20 meters.
  37. Turn right to stay on Parking Lot.
  38. Continue for 50 meters.
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Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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Will's Thrill
Dec 2, 2024 @ 3:01pm
Dec 2, 2024
This trail is closed seasonally to bike traffic from 12/1 thru 4/15 to protect deer and elk habitat. Foot traffic is allowed year-round. reporter
Hillbilly
Dec 2, 2024 @ 3:01pm
Dec 2, 2024
This trail is closed seasonally to bike traffic from 12/1 thru 4/15 to protect deer and elk habitat. Foot traffic is allowed year-round. reporter
Belly Up
Dec 2, 2024 @ 3:01pm
Dec 2, 2024
This trail is closed seasonally to bike traffic from 12/1 thru 4/15 to protect deer and elk habitat. Foot traffic is allowed year-round. reporter
Haymaker Connector
Nov 7, 2024 @ 2:01pm
Nov 7, 2024
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Haymaker (1st & 2nd Loops)
Oct 4, 2024 @ 2:56pm
Oct 4, 2024
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