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July 16, 2026
Hope you're all finding ways to escape the heat while still getting out on the trails. Overall, trail conditions are excellent, and temperatures become much more comfortable as you head north and gain elevation in the mountains. This trail update is arriving in your inbox a day early so that everyone is aware of the Fox Creek closure tomorrow, July 17. The Ketchum Ranger District and Wood River Trails Coalition report that the Fox Creek drainage, trailhead, and connecting trails will be closed while bridge materials are flown into the area. This is a hard closure, and trail users will not be allowed in the area while helicopter operations are underway. Please stay clear of the closure area while crews complete their work. Quigley Farms has moved into its next phase of construction. The affected portion of Quigley Road is expected to remain closed from July 8 through October 31. If you are recreating in Quigley Canyon, please follow the posted detour signs. For questions, contact info@quigley-farm.org. There have been multiple reports of rattlesnake activity on trails throughout the South Valley. While this is not unusual for this time of year, local veterinarian Dr. Chad Cleveland reports that we are approaching peak snake season, which is expected to continue over the next one to three months. He has provided the following tips to help keep you and your dog's safe while recreating in rattlesnake habitat. Rattlesnake Safety for Dogs Awareness and preparation can help prevent encounters and ensure your dog's safety while hiking. Preventive Measures Leash Your Dog: Keep dogs on a six-foot leash to maintain control and prevent them from wandering into snake habitat. Avoid Wildlife Interactions: Do not allow dogs to investigate holes, brush piles, or wildlife they may encounter along the trail. Training: Consider snake-avoidance training to help dogs recognize and avoid rattlesnakes. Vaccination Rattlesnake Vaccine: A vaccine is available that may help reduce the severity of a rattlesnake bite, but it should not be considered a substitute for caution and prevention. Know the Signs Stay Alert: Familiarize yourself with rattlesnake behavior and preferred habitat to better identify potential hazards. Symptoms of a Bite: If your dog is bitten, seek immediate veterinary care. Common symptoms include swelling, pain, weakness, and lethargy. Be Prepared Pack Essentials: Carry a basic first-aid kit and know the location of nearby veterinary services before heading out. Educate Yourself: Learning about rattlesnake behavior and habitat can help reduce the risk of an encounter. Our valley and trails are busy this time of year. As always, stay aware of your surroundings, practice good trail etiquette, and recreate safely. Enjoy the trails! Sheep Forest Service reports: Deer Creek Band This band is grazing north of Buttercup Mountain near Frys Gulch they will graze towards Lost Draw. (Trail 160) Warm Springs Band This band is in the Red Warrior/ Warfield They will graze in this area over the next week before heading northwest towards Rough Canyon. (Trails 120, 151, 152) Baker Creek Band This band is grazing just north of Fox Peak near the East Fork of Baker Creek. They will graze towards Alden Gulch and then back down towards the East Fork of Baker Creek. (Trail 144) Shaw Creek This band is grazing Trouble Canyon. They will graze towards the Middle Fork of Warm Springs. (Trails 199, 302) East Fork Band A band will enter this allotment on 07/23 near where Hyndman Road meets East Fork Road or near where Hyndman Creek meets Johnstone Creek. Lake Creek Band This band is grazing southwest of the fishing ponds in Lake Creek. They will continue to graze northwest towards the headwaters of Lake Creek. Corral Creek Band This band is grazing in Corral Creek in between Trail Creek and Uncle Johns Gulch near the road. They will graze up into Uncle Johns Gulch. Elkhorn Band This band is in the Parker Gulch near the end of the road. They will graze up the drainage towards the upper end of Parker Gulch. (Trail 121) Cove Creek Band This band is grazing in the Big Witch drainage and will graze northwest into Finley Gulch. (Trail 979)

NOTES & REMINDERS: Fox Creek (KRD & WRTC) Helicopter fly date: Friday, July 17 Forest Service will fly the bridge materials in to the and close the drainage. This will be a hard closure on the Fox Creek Trailhead and drainage. Work is occurring in the construction zone. Please be aware of equipment on the trail and be patient when encountering crews. Give the crews a wide berth, make eye contact with equipment operators, and follow their instructions when passing. Whit Henry Galena Grinder Mountain Bike Race is this Saturday, July 18th. Wood River Trail tunnels: The Elkhorn Tunnel will remain open during Elkhorn Road closure. Idaho Power will be working around the tunnel south of St. Luke's Hospital, please approach with caution and follow the construction crew’s instructions. SNRA Headquarters will be open weekdays from 8:30 to 4:30, June 15–September 7th

	ABC	Distance	Open	Last Groomed
	Ball Diamond Loop	1.35km
	Connector	0.8km
	Hill Loop	3.72km
	Inner Loop	0.78km
	Perimeter Loop	3.02km
	Shortcut Trail	0.7km

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