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1.8 miles
Distance
1,013 ft
Climb
00:35:25
Avg time
1,013 ft
Altitude change
7,486 ft
Altitude min
8,499 ft
Altitude max
7,486 ft
Altitude start
8,501 ft
Altitude end
10.9%
Grade
0.7%
Grade max
41.5%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
49 ft
Distance flat
00:35:25
Avg time

Shaffer Fork Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Dirtbike/Moto
    • ATV/ORV/OHV
  • Riding Area
    American Fork Canyon
    Cedar Hills, Utah
  • Ref Number
    FR194
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 35 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 60 in Dirtbiking
    • 5 in ATVing/Offroading
    • 5 in Horseback
  • Global Ranking
    #112202 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #78785 in E-Biking
    • #264007 in Trail Running
    • #115803 in Hiking
    • #2757 in Dirtbiking
    • #256 in ATVing/Offroading
    • #2574 in Horseback
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T2 Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Doubletrack
  • Bike Type
    Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions[+]
    • Both Directions for Gravel Biking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
  • Vehicle Info
  • Max Width
    72 inches

This is a really rough ATV trail to get to the lake. A favorite among locals to climb with their dirt bikes and ATVs.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 22 miles avg distance
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May 24, 2026 @ 8:35am (America/Boise)
May 24, 2026
Aug 27, 2022 @ 1:58pm
Aug 27, 2022
This road is absolutely gnarly for side by sides and 4x4s. It’s pretty miserable on a dirtbike too. There were two really big mud holes on...
Aug 8, 2021 @ 11:56am
Aug 8, 2021
tough, technical, some hike a bike
Aug 17, 2020 @ 8:56pm
Aug 17, 2020
Jun 14, 2020 @ 4:42pm
Jun 14, 2020
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        Directions to shaffer-fork trailhead (40.523910, -111.608250)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Shaffer Fork

        Where is Shaffer Fork located?
        Shaffer Fork is located in American Fork Canyon, Cedar Hills, Utah, United States. It is part of the American Fork Canyon trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.52391, -111.60825.
        What is the elevation gain for Shaffer Fork?
        Shaffer Fork has 1,013 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 7,486 ft to 8,499 ft.
        Is Shaffer Fork a point to point trail?
        Shaffer Fork is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is doubletrack.
        How long is Shaffer Fork?
        Shaffer Fork is 1.8 miles long. The trail type is doubletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Shaffer Fork?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Shaffer Fork. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Shaffer Fork?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Shaffer Fork are:
        • June (5 activities)
        • July (4 activities)
        • September (3 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Shaffer Fork? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Shaffer Fork are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Shaffer Fork?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 42 minutes to ride Shaffer Fork. The trail is 1.8 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Shaffer Fork?
        Shaffer Fork is a moderately popular trail. There have been 221 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 235 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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