Thompson Loop

Length: 7.3 miles
Highlights: Single track, potential views of wildlife, stream crossings, old logging roads.
Difficulty: Moderate.

Thompson Loop (#152) is part of the Tsali Recreation Area.

Hikers may travel the trails on any day, but mountain bikers and equestrians–the primary users–are kept separated by alternating days on the trails. Be sure to follow the trail schedule:

Jan./Feb./March/April/June/Sept./Nov./Dec.
Right Loop and Left Loop:

• Horses – Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday
• Mountain Bikes –Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday

Mouse Branch and Thompson Loop:

• Horses – Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Sunday
• Mountain Bikes – Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday

May/July/August/October
Right Loop and Left Loop:

• Horses – Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Sunday
• Mountain Bikes – Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday

Mouse Branch and Thompson Loop:

• Horses – Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday
• Mountain Bikes – Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Sunday

There is a per-person day use fee for trail use. Fees can be paid at either the Tsali Bike or Horse Trailheads.