Gordon Smith


Gordon has contributed 9 routes spanning 612 miles of routes in Idaho.


Member since July 23, 2018.


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80 mi   gravel

Huckleberry Mountain and Around Hayden Lake

Gravel route from E Coeur D'Alene Lake Dr to 22nd Pl, Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, Idaho

94 mi   gravel

Fernan Saddle and FSR 209 to Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes to Up and Over Mt. Couer d'Alene,

Gravel route on 22nd Pl, Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, Idaho

"This is a mixed surface route. The first 20 or so miles are on pavement as you proceed by Fernan Lake and up and over Fernan Saddle . Follow Windy Ridge up and over, remember to fill up water bottles at the spring, and then descend to the CDA river via Lost Mines Road. After crossing the river, stay right on FSR 209 and take this all the way until it intersects with the black top after Bumblebee Campground. Turn right, which is south, and proceed to the Snake Pit. Fill up on water again or maybe a little further down the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes. Join the trail at the Snake Pit and follow all the way to the Bull Run junction. Cross over the river and pickup Highway 3 maintaining southerly direction. Follow Highway 3 to Killarney Lake Road. Turn right onto Killarney Lake Road. Follow KLR until it turns into Beauty Bay Road or FSR 438. Proceed up and over Mt. Coeur d'Alene and then down into Beauty Bay Campground. Right turn onto HWY 97 and proceed to Yellowstone Trail. Proceed to the campground on Yellowstone Trail, which is a right turn, for water. Retrace steps and follow Yellowstone Trail to CDA Lakefront Drive or go up Sunnyside for a little more climbing. This route takes you up Sunnyside which hits 11% for a short stretch. Once in CDA, grab a cup of coffee at Parkside and enjoy the view of the lake. "

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66 mi   gravel

North Forest Service Road 209 to North 22nd Place

Gravel route from NF-209 to 22nd Pl, Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, Idaho

136 mi   gravel

North 22nd Place to Idaho Club

Gravel route from 22nd Pl to ID-200, Sandpoint, Bonner County, Idaho

"This is a mixed surface ride, but mostly on gravel. "

64 mi   gravel

BlueCreek to HuckleBerry Mountain

Gravel route on 22nd Pl, Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, Idaho

3 mi   gravel

North Fsr 406 to National Forest Development Road 406

Gravel route from NF-1513 to N Forest Service Rd 406, Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, Idaho

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30 mi   gravel

Blue Creek/Fernan Saddle/Fernan Lake

Gravel route on 22nd Pl, Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, Idaho

"Blue Creek Road with worth the trip! Great views while climbing. Blue Creek links into Fernan Saddle. From there, let the exploring begin. "

63 mi   gravel

Canfield Mountain/Burnt Cabin/Hayden Lake

Gravel route on 22nd Pl, Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, Idaho

"1. Water can be an issue on this ride if it is hot. 2. Route finding is pretty simple. 3. The climb up FSR 202 (Burn Cabin) can be rather chunky. The descent is fast. 4. You may hear gunshots coming from the gun club when you reach the bottom of the Burnt Cabin descent. "

76 mi   gravel

2018-07-21-06-57-28

Gravel route on 22nd Pl, Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, Idaho

"1. This is a no kidder of a ride. Trail 2320 is suitable for a full suspension mountain bike. If you are skittish on big rocks, rather steep descents and riding trails on a gravel bike, then I recommend FSR 259 instead of the trail. 2. There is water at Huckleberry Campground located on Lost Mines Road just across from FSR 202 and prior to starting a good climb. It is an established campground. If you can't find the campground, don't go any further because you will probably get lost. 3. FSR 202 incline was 15% at one point. Prolonged pitches in excess of 10%. 4. Wonderful descent almost all of the way to Wolfe Lodge Campground after reaching Alder Creek Road. 5. There is water at Wolfe Lodge Campground depending on the time of year. 6. This is backcountry Forest Service Road and trail riding between FSR 202 and Alder Creek Road. 7. Be self sufficient out here. If not, be prepared to walk a pretty long way before reaching an area with cell reception. 8. Abundant wildlife. Mountain lion was sighted on Blue Creek Road during this ride. 9. Other trail users such as SUVs, ATVs, motorcycles and horses. Keep your head up and pay attention. 10. Great ride! Have fun! "





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