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Horsetail Creek Trailhead

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About Horsetail Creek Trailhead

This trailhead is located directly on the Gros Ventre Road adjacent to lower Slide Lake. It is a large gravel parking area and is mostly open with surrounding willows and sagebrush. This trailhead provides access to the Horsetail Creek Trail #4090, a 10 mile motorized trail open to motorcycles from 07/01-09/09. After September 9, the trail is used by hikers and horse riders primarily for hunting. No facilities located on site, but several dispersed camping areas nearby. Single kiosk with a map. Small wooden barrier to restrict motorized access to motorcycles only. Road is gravel and in fair condition. No cellular service. Trailhead is large enough for trailer turnaround. Driving time from Jackson is approximately 30 minutes.

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Horsetail Creek Trailhead
43.6360°N, 110.4969°W
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