The Grinder
5.3 mi
Distance
623 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 5m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
The Grinder is a point-to-point trail in Blaine County, Idaho. It is 5.3 miles long and gains 623 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to bikes. The nearest town is Ketchum, Idaho, about 19 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,430 ft |
| High point | 1.8 mi | 2,550 ft |
| End | 5.3 mi | 2,322 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Ketchum, ID · about 19 mi away
- County:
- Blaine County, ID
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Chemeketan Campground - Salmon River Headwaters
6.2 mi awayStanley, ID
Check official pricing1 sitesNational Forest Reservable No Service
Boulder Yurt - Sun Valley Trekking
7.3 mi awayKetchum, ID
Pricing varies — check with the operator
Smiley Creek Lodge
7.4 mi awayStanley, ID
Pricing varies — check with the operatorReservable
Baker Creek
9 mi awayKetchum, ID
Pricing varies — check with the operator
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