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2.4 miles
Distance
566 ft
Climb
-288 ft
Descent
00:52:52
Avg time
279 ft
Altitude change
4,754 ft
Altitude min
5,038 ft
Altitude max
4,754 ft
Altitude start
5,032 ft
Altitude end
2.187%
Grade
-19.864%
Grade max
41.591%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
5,102 ft
Distance down
1,246 ft
Distance flat
00:52:52
Avg time

Blacksmith fork XC Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Logan
    , Utah
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 90 in E-Biking
    • 90 in Trail Running
    • 95 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #60925 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #3523 in E-Biking
    • #78410 in Trail Running
    • #72903 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #1,059 in Mountain Biking · Utah [+]
    • #85 in E-Biking
    • #1,673 in Trail Running
    • #1,741 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

Short trail that starts at the mouth of the canyon where the Deer-Fence trail ends. Runs a little over 2 miles up the canyon along the river. Parking across the highway from the trailhead.

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Family friendlyRiver or creek

Trail Supporters

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 28 rides
  • 14 miles avg distance
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  • 150 rides
  • Last: Oct 24, 2026
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Blacksmith fork XC Trail Reports

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Mar 19, 2026 @ 6:14pm (America/Boise)
Mar 19, 2026
Perfect conditions on this trail
Mar 13, 2026 @ 5:11pm (America/Denver)
Mar 13, 2026
Absolutely ideal right now. Still tacky in a few shady spots but overall it's running smooth and clear.
Mar 9, 2026 @ 5:39pm (America/Denver)
Mar 9, 2026
Still a little wet from the last snow. Will probably be ideal in another day or two.
Mar 4, 2026 @ 5:00pm (America/Denver)
Mar 4, 2026
The trail is very moist. Not a lot of standing water but kind of spongy in spots. A few more warm, dry days and it will be perfect.
Nov 20, 2025 @ 11:57am (America/Denver)
Nov 20, 2025
The trail isn't really able to dry out anymore. It is still rideable but it gets wet and slippery as you get higher up.
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on Mar 19, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 3.61 (7 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      3.3 ★★★★★
      7 Ratings
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      7 Reviews & Comments

      usaf22raptor
      I miss the old trail that wondered through the trees. Now it is a boring straight line along an old access road
      Nanajo Nanajo
      This trail is WAY longer than listed. There is an area further up the canyon you can park and jump on a dirt road before it’s back to single track. I went passed some summer homes before turning around. My guess is the bridge at the mouth of the canyon to where I was is easily 5 miles, and the trail kept going. I passed no other hikers, but saw a few bikes.
      Nanajo Nanajo
      Walked 1.5 miles up with my pup. Loved the sound of the river. Excited to discover a new trail.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Blacksmith fork XC located?
      Blacksmith fork XC is located in Logan, Utah, United States. It is part of the Logan trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 41.6267, -111.80021.
      ▼ How hard is Blacksmith fork XC?
      Blacksmith fork XC is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 2.187%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Blacksmith fork XC?
      Blacksmith fork XC has 566 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 288 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,754 ft to 5,038 ft.
      ▼ Is Blacksmith fork XC a point to point trail?
      Blacksmith fork XC is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Blacksmith fork XC?
      Blacksmith fork XC is 2.4 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Blacksmith fork XC?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Blacksmith fork XC. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Blacksmith fork XC? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Blacksmith fork XC are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Blacksmith fork XC?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 53 minutes to ride Blacksmith fork XC. The trail is 2.4 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Blacksmith fork XC?
      Blacksmith fork XC is a very popular trail. There have been 1,624 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,639 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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