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1.1 miles
Distance
278 ft
Climb
-212 ft
Descent
00:19:00
Avg time
66 ft
Altitude change
4,142 ft
Altitude min
4,345 ft
Altitude max
4,143 ft
Altitude start
4,208 ft
Altitude end
1.087%
Grade
-25.611%
Grade max
28.757%
Grade min
2,855 ft
Distance climb
2,644 ft
Distance down
375 ft
Distance flat
00:19:00
Avg time
View Ski Loop Details
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Activities
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Riding AreaSchweitzer
Sandpoint, Idaho -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity65 in Mountain Biking
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Global Ranking#101247 in Mountain Biking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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SeasonAll, except mud
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Family FriendlyYes
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Dogs AllowedYes
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Year Opened2017
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Land Owner
4 benches spread along this short spur trail allow relaxing and taking in awesome views of Sandcreek, Schweitzer ski area, Sandpoint and the Purcell Trench . Ride the loop or add this section to your xc ride. Can be ridden in either direction. Moderate climbs and sweeping turns make for a addition to the Schweitzer Basin trail system.
Access Info
From the roundabout parking lot enter at the back left corner.
From the Waterfall Trail continue straight ahead at first switchback.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 3 rides
- 15 miles average
6 Months
- 14 rides
- 16 miles avg distance
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- 129 rides
- Last: Jul 10, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions About View Ski Loop
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Where is View Ski Loop located?
View Ski Loop is located in Schweitzer, Sandpoint, Idaho, United States. It is part of the Schweitzer trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 48.3514, -116.59803.
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How hard is View Ski Loop?
View Ski Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 1.087%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for View Ski Loop?
View Ski Loop has 278 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 212 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,142 ft to 4,345 ft.
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Is View Ski Loop a point to point trail?
View Ski Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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