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4.2 miles
Distance
1,303 ft
Climb
-1,863 ft
Descent
00:26:24
Avg time
-560 ft
Altitude change
2,684 ft
Altitude min
3,383 ft
Altitude max
3,255 ft
Altitude start
2,695 ft
Altitude end
-2.537%
Grade
-54.618%
Grade max
86.576%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
1,337 ft
Distance flat
00:26:24
Avg time

Bronson Meadows Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Herrick
    , Idaho
  • Ref Number
    #155
  • AKA
    Big Creek
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #146496 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #298186 in Trail Running
    • #309445 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Rock Garden
  • Year Opened
    2018

The start is a big climb out of the canyon on a steep side hill where you'll eventually drop into the Middle Fork of Big Creek canyon. After you reach the bottom you'll cross the creek several times on the way up to Bronson Meadows. This is a fairly rocky uphill section and is most fun ridden the other direction. Once at the meadows your rewarded with a great view of the valley and more options to continue your ride in the backcountry.

Heading downstream from Bronson meadows on you hug the rocky scree fields leading into the edge of the creek. It continues like this for several miles and a couple more creek crossings. After the last crossing you begin your final climb. It starts out steep and finally mellows out as it climbs away from the creek. This section spits you out onto the canyon rim with an incredible view looking into the creek with a very steep drop below the trail several hundred feet to the creek. This final decent to the creek is a fun one as well with a mix of flow and tech and definitely sketch. Take your time have fun and remember your in the backcountry miles away from help Once at the bottom your rewarded with an epic swimming hole.

Access Info

Drive Approx. 30 miles from St. Marie's upstream to Calder. Cross the St. Joe river to Calder and take immediate right turn on a gravel road. Follow road about 4-5 miles till you cross Big Creek at the second bridge. Take a right on Scofield road through a small neighborhood then another right turn at the T. Take another immediate left continuing up the creek a couple miles. The trail starts at the end of the road. Follow the road past the gate till it tuns into single track.

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Jul 15, 2019
 Overgrown vegetation
Aug 16, 2018 @ 9:43pm
Aug 16, 2018
 Great condition with no down trees and easy creek crossings
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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is Bronson Meadows located?
        Bronson Meadows is located in Herrick, Idaho, United States. It is part of the Herrick trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 47.38791, -116.08915.
        ▼ How hard is Bronson Meadows?
        Bronson Meadows is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 2.537%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Bronson Meadows?
        Bronson Meadows has 1,303 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,863 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,684 ft to 3,383 ft.
        ▼ Is Bronson Meadows a point to point trail?
        Bronson Meadows is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Bronson Meadows?
        Bronson Meadows is 4.2 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Bronson Meadows?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Bronson Meadows. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Bronson Meadows?
        The estimated time to ride Bronson Meadows is approximately 26 minutes. The trail is 4.2 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
        ▼ How busy is Bronson Meadows?
        Bronson Meadows is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 5 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 9 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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