Yetis Loop

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Yeti's loop is a pleasant loop to run or hike on the Idaho side of Teton Pass. It's a great option to avoid crowds, or to get a few miles in during a lunch break. The trail is completely wooded but offers some views of the southern Tetons. The trail itself is mostly smooth and shaded, great for a hot summer day. It is also normally accessible in the winter, groomed and packed down from fat bikers.

Starting at Mike Harris trailhead just off the pass before Victor, ID, hike the road up Mike Harris Creek a few hundred feet. The trail begins on the west side of the road, climbing moderately up the hill. At the first junction, you can go left or right to complete the route. I prefer going right (counter-clockwise).

The trail passes two junctions for the intersecting Nemo trail. Keep straight along the easy graded trail. Slowly climbing, Yetis Loop takes a few wiggles before turn uphill for a ways. Another junction for Nemo is passed and then the trail flows downhill, but mostly maintains elevation. The loop is closed after the only major descent and returns to the trailhead. There are signs at each junction to help keep you on course.