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1.5 miles
Distance
208 ft
Climb
-223 ft
Descent
00:16:07
Avg time
-14 ft
Altitude change
5,973 ft
Altitude min
6,183 ft
Altitude max
5,988 ft
Altitude start
5,974 ft
Altitude end
-0.2%
Grade
-19.8%
Grade max
27.6%
Grade min
2,959 ft
Distance climb
4,193 ft
Distance down
666 ft
Distance flat
00:16:07
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Valley View Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Trail Creek
    Sun Valley, Idaho
  • AKA
    Gun Club
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    75 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in Trail Running
    • 65 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #88509 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #84534 in Trail Running
    • #91094 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Season
    Apr-Oct
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Year Opened
    2007
  • Land Owner
    Sun Valley Resort

Start at Carol's Trailhead on Sun Valley Road across from the Sun Valley Lodge. This short loop is best used clockwise for a quick mountain bike ride or beginner hike. This trail has the best 360 degree views of the valley, Bald Mountain, the Boulders and the Pioneer Mountains.

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Start at Carol's Trailhead on Sun Valley Road across from the Sun Valley Lodge.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 11 miles avg distance
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Apr 8, 2026 @ 2:15pm (America/Boise)
Apr 8, 2026
Mar 11, 2026 @ 10:11am (America/Boise)
Mar 11, 2026
 The muddy spots were really really horrible, but short. The majority of the trail was fairly dry.
Dec 29, 2025 @ 9:38am (America/Los_Angeles)
Dec 29, 2025
 Super icy and some exposed mud. Bring spikes!!
Apr 17, 2025 @ 11:44am
Apr 17, 2025
 Nice and dry for the majority. Some small muddy patches where it crosses the drainage, but overall awesome.
Nov 7, 2024 @ 1:50pm
Nov 7, 2024
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Avg: 4.13 (1 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is Valley View Loop located?
        Valley View Loop is located in Trail Creek, Sun Valley, Idaho, United States. It is part of the Trail Creek trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.69622, -114.35686.
        ▼ How hard is Valley View Loop?
        Valley View Loop is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.2%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Valley View Loop?
        Valley View Loop has 208 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 223 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,973 ft to 6,183 ft.
        ▼ Is Valley View Loop a point to point trail?
        Valley View Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Valley View Loop?
        Valley View Loop is 1.5 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Valley View Loop?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Valley View Loop. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Valley View Loop?
        Valley View Loop is best visited during: Apr-Oct.
        ▼ How do I access Valley View Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Valley View Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Valley View Loop?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 15 minutes to ride Valley View Loop. The trail is 1.5 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Valley View Loop?
        Valley View Loop is a very popular trail. There have been 423 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 484 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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