Spotted Tail
4.1 mi
Distance
673 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 42m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Spotted Tail is a point-to-point trail in Dawes County, Nebraska. It is 4.1 miles long and gains 673 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Chadron, Nebraska, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,162 ft |
| High point | 2.7 mi | 1,284 ft |
| End | 4.1 mi | 1,228 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Chadron, NE · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Dawes County, NE
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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