Utah: Rich and Cache Counties: Wasatch-Cache NF: Near Logan, Utah

Monte Cristo Snowmobile Trail Maps:

Monte Cristo Snowmobile Trail Complex

The Hardware Ranch / Monte Cristo / Logan Canyon snowmobile complexes are some of northern Utah’s unique recreation treasures. Some 180 miles of well-groomed snowmobile trails wind through the Wasatch-Cache National Forest providing snowmobiling opportunities that are consistently included in lists of the west’s top riding areas.

To the north of the Monte Cristo Complex is Hardware Ranch, owned and operated by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Hardware Ranch is a wintering ground for one of Utah’s premier elk herds. Visitors to Hardware Ranch find a warm visitor center with interpretive displays, heated restrooms, and restaurant. Sleigh rides provide an up close look at the elk, which annually migrate to the ranch. Since this is a critical wintering area, snowmobilers are cautioned to stay on designated trails.

Snowmobiling in the area of Monte Crsito and Hardware Ranch near Logan, UT

Below are some specific items of interest about the trails included in the Monte Cristo Complex. Check with local U.S. Forest Service offices for trail guides and travel maps of ungroomed trails and other areas open to snowmobile use.

Monte Cristo Snowmobile Complex Trail Key:

A. Curtis Creek 41 Miles

B. Sinks Trail 27.6 Miles

C. Millie Springs 4.9 Miles

K. Ant Flat 14.6 Miles

R. Rock Creek 3.8 Miles

Curtis Creek /Ant Flat (A/K)

This 63-mile loop offers opportunities for all snowmobilers. The trail is flat and well groomed with generally gentle grades and tremendous views of the Cache Valley. In many areas the trail is lined with tall trees that open to spacious play areas. Several switchbacks provide enough variety to keep everyone interested, without becoming overwhelming. Riders are cautioned about icy conditions in the shaded areas on the north end of Ant Flat Trail. Flat light and ice require snowmobilers to slow down in this area. In addition, the Ant Flat Trail crosses private property throughout much of its length. Snowmobilers are cautioned to stay on the trail to avoid trespassing on private property.

Sinks Trail (B)

Heading north from Hardware Ranch, this trail features gradual climbs and falls through the trees. This trail is especially scenic and uncrowded, making it a favorite of local riders. Access to some of the best play and hill climbing areas in the region are via this trail.

Millie Springs (C)

The Millie Springs spur provides access to the complex from the east side of Monte Cristo near Woodruff, UT. This short spur climbs rapidly through a tree lined canyon to the Monte Cristo summit and the junction with Curtis Creek Trail.

Trail Location: In the Wasatch-Cache National Forest near Logan, Utah, United States, North America Avalanche Forecast Center for updated snow conditions and weather information before venturing into the backcountry: Toll free……………………….888-999-4019 Salt Lake City………………...801-364-1581 Ogden…………………………801-626-8600 Provo………………………….801-378-4333 Logan…………………………435-797-4146 Local conditions and grooming information contact: Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation 1-800-OHV-RIDE (1-800-648-7433) 801-538-7433 (Salt Lake City area) Utah Department of Transportation Road Conditions: Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation 1-800-492-2400 511 inside Utah, or 1-866-511-UTAH (8824) outside Utah http://commuterlink.utah.gov Wasatch-Cache National Forest \ Ogden Ranger District: 801-625-5112 Logan Ranger District: 435-755-3315 Box Elder County Tourism Council: 435-734-3315 Cache ValleyTourism Council: 435-752-2161 or 800-882-4433

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