Long Creek Trail

Trail Overview

Long Creek Trail is an often overlooked trail that gives you access to broad views of the Absaroka Mountain Range. This trail starts with a steep climb up the mountain right off the main highway. Eventually, it turns and reveals a beautiful valley and meadow. There are cute cabins dotting the valley. The trail begins to climb again after the cabins. The road is a smooth and well-maintained grated dirt surface. It passes through a section lined with trees. Cresting over a hill you see some jagged mountain peaks in the distance, resembling some similar to the Grand Tetons. The trail opens up into a few more meadows and dispersed camping sites. Two of the most incredible camping spots are on this trail! The camping spots are right on a cliff that overlooks the whole valley, including the world-famous Disney Ranch. Drive slow and look through the trees; you'll find them if you're paying attention. Other than the incredible camping spots, there's not much more to explore. It gets very tight and most side trails are high clearance and technical. You're only 30 minutes from Yellowstone and Teton National Parks, so this is a great option to beat the crowds. Signs posted state a 16-day camping limit. There are no facilities, so pack it in and pack it out. There is no cellular service, just beautiful views.

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Difficulty

This is a maintained forest road that is wide and easy. It is a mostly hard-packed and passable two-lane that narrows in some spots. Pullouts are needed for oncoming traffic, and it may be impassable in winter.

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