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4,980 ft
Distance
247 ft
Climb
-413 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
-166 ft
Altitude change
8,617 ft
Altitude min
8,783 ft
Altitude start
8,619 ft
Altitude end
-3.3%
Grade
-34.6%
Grade max
41.1%
Grade min
1,621 ft
Distance climb
3,360 ft
Distance down

Erratic Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Lander
    , Wyoming
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 90 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #331848 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #326191 in Trail Running
    • #29572 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Season
    Summer / Fall
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Shoshone National Forrest

This is a climbers access trail and not designed around cycling. The areas along the cliff are extremely technical and are heavily used by other trail users on foot and dogs (which may be off-leash).

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The beginning of this route can be used to create a loop with the Aspen Glade trail.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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May 19, 2026 @ 9:41am (America/Denver)
May 19, 2026
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Erratic Trail

        Where is Erratic Trail located?
        Erratic Trail is located in Lander, Wyoming, United States. It is part of the Lander trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 42.58631, -108.75125.
        How hard is Erratic Trail?
        Erratic Trail is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 3.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
        What is the elevation gain for Erratic Trail?
        Erratic Trail has 247 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 413 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 8,617 ft to 9,030 ft.
        Is Erratic Trail a point to point trail?
        Erratic Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.

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