Polecat Creek Loop Trail
Easy, 2.5 miles, elevation change: 50'. The south
side parallels the Grassy Lake Road, which
is open to snowmobiles. The west side follows
a bench above Polecat Creek.
Flagg Canyon Trail North
Difficult, 4.0 miles roundtrip, elevation change:
120'. Follow the east side of the Polecat
Creek Loop Trail and travel north for
0.5 miles. Turn east (right) at the marked
trail junction. The trail crosses the
snowmobile trail; use caution and watch
for snowmobiles and snowcoaches. The flagged
trail continues on the east side of the
the Flagg Canyon Trail north (left) to
reach
the South Gate of Yellowstone National
Park. This
section contains a few short, steep sections
that can easily be avoided. Use caution and
avoid cornices where the trail follows the
edge of the cliff above the Snake River. Return
via the same route or take the groomed snowmobile
trail.
Flagg Canyon Trail South
Easy, 4.0 miles roundtrip , elevation change: 40'.
Reach the Flagg Canyon Trail as described for
Flagg Canyon Trail north. At the junction with
the Flagg Canyon Trail, turn south (right).
The southern half of the Flagg Canyon Trail
leads 1.2 miles to end at the highway near
the bridge over the Snake River. The trail
is suitable for beginners. Return via the same
route. |