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2.9 miles
Distance
1,014 ft
Climb
-7 ft
Descent
00:55:45
Avg time
1,007 ft
Altitude change
8,308 ft
Altitude min
9,314 ft
Altitude max
8,308 ft
Altitude start
9,314 ft
Altitude end
6.6%
Grade
-3%
Grade max
26.9%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
489 ft
Distance down
299 ft
Distance flat
00:55:45
Avg time
Rough Grouse Details
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Riding AreaUpper Skyline
Pinedale, Wyoming -
Ref NumberFS206
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AKAGrouse Mountain
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Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity95 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 95 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Global Ranking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeDH, AM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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SeasonMay-October
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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Year Opened2022
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Land OwnerUSFS-Bridger Teton-Pinedale Ranger District
Known as the "tech side" of the Grouse Mountain Loop, this trail features a technical climb or descent following the ridge of Grouse Mountain. Nearly the whole trail features excellent views of the Wind River Range, Fayette Lake, Half Moon Lake and the Green River Valley.
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Take the "Blue Grouse" trail, when you reach the first large open meadow you will see a major (currently unsigned) trail junction. Take the split of the trail to the right (as you look uphill) and enjoy
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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6 Months
- 1 rides
- 10 miles avg distance
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- 15 rides
- Last: Jul 6, 2026
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(42.940230, -109.740340)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rough Grouse
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Where is Rough Grouse located?
Rough Grouse is located in Upper Skyline, Pinedale, Wyoming, United States. It is part of the Upper Skyline trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 42.94023, -109.74034.
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How hard is Rough Grouse?
Rough Grouse is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 6.6%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Rough Grouse?
Rough Grouse has 1,014 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 7 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 8,308 ft to 9,314 ft.
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Is Rough Grouse a point to point trail?
Rough Grouse is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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