3.0 hr
Overview
Western States is a popular trail and a popular starting point for local rides.<br><br>The western end of the trail is at the midway bridge, just south of Squaw Valley.<br><br>From Hwy 89, the trail is a roughly 1.5 mile flowing singletrack climb. Think big flowing corners and big smiles. After 1.5 miles, the trail becomes a mix of old jeep road and singletrack. This is a great, tough, climb to OTB or to the 06 Road. As a climb, this is like a long staircase with steep sections follow by a short break or downhill. It is one of our favorite ways to climb to the Mt. Watson section of the TRT. For those wanting a shorter loop, this trail also connects to The Wall (16N53) and a popular local alternate.<br><br>The trail- particularly the last 1.5 mile flowing downhill- is also a great descent. Watch for - and yield to - climbing riders and hikers.<br><br>Local trivia - This section of Western States is co-aligned with the Tevis Trail - famous for the annual Tevis Cup 100-mile endurance horse race.
Trail Stats
9.0 km
450 m
2175 m
1880 m
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Photos
Climbing up from Hwy 89.
Climbing up from Hwy 89.
The bottom of OTB, start of a great climb!
The bottom of OTB, start of a great climb!
The stair-stepping climb to OTB, Squaw Valley in the background.
The stair-stepping climb to OTB, Squaw Valley in the background.