Spring Valley Cross-Country Ski Trails #77 & 134
The Spring Valley Cross-country Ski Trail consists of three possible loops. The R.S. Hill Loop is designed to be relatively easy and is an excellent trail for the beginner. The Eagle Rock Loop has two possible options, which account for the other two loops. The shorter option returns via the R.S. Hill Loop section that lies south of R.S. Hill. The longer option continues around the north of R.S. Hill on the R.S. Hill Loop.
The trail utilizes old logging roads, at times, but also passes through roadless stretches of forest. The Eagle Rock Loop contains a few rather fast runs, where the R.S. Hill Loop is more gradual.
Most of the trail passes through a ponderosa pine forest, with a few sections bordered by stands of aspen and fir. Part of the trail traverses the edge of Spring Valley Meadow.
Spring Valley Cross-Country Ski Trail Access Map
NOTE: In the summer, the ski trails (#77 & #78) combined is trail #134 and is enjoyable for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. The length of the entire layout would be close to 9 miles.
At a Glance
Best Season: | Winter through early spring, depending on weather conditions. |
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Water: | None. Bring everything you will need. |
Restroom: | None. |
General Information
Directions:Trailhead Location: 7480 feet. (2280m) 6 miles north of Parks on CR 141.
Access: Go east from Williams on I-40 about 14.5 miles to Parks (exit #178). Go north from Parks for 6 miles on FR 141; watch for signs on your left.
Road Conditions: Paved and cinder-surfaced road, plowed all winter and suitable for sedans.