Day 23 Red Rocks campground , Id to Squirrel Creek Guest Lodge, Id

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 We rode 65.7 miles and had 3264 ft of elevation gain.  Our ride started out on pavement, but soon went to a closed road.  It was overgrown  but still rideable. We got back on pavement to Big Springs, and chose  to ride the Fish Creek alternate  route. The route had several miles of fine gravel  that was like you were ridding  on the beach. We  met riders that had just descended from the climb that gave us bad information about water on the climb. We climbed to the top at 7711 ft and started coming down looking for a water source  that did not exist. We ran out of water until we were down from the climb and able to filter more. We had planned on tent camping at Squirrel  Creek but we were told they had to much  bear activity, so we got a cabin for the night.  The owner had a brown bear in the kitchen this morning. Great stop, good food, and cold beer.












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  1. AnonymousJuly 9, 2026 at 5:39 AM

    "The owner had a brown bear in the kitchen this morning."
    Quote of the Day...
    Be safe, my friends!

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  2. AnonymousJuly 9, 2026 at 6:37 AM

    I hope you guys have your bear bells!

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  3. AnonymousJuly 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Darling cabin - I would just hang out there and enjoy camping, especially after your description of riding on the fine gravel!! I hope Wyoming brings fair weather and good trails🚵🏻‍♂️

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  4. AnonymousJuly 9, 2026 at 9:01 AM

    That last comment was from Sharon

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  5. AnonymousJuly 10, 2026 at 3:37 PM

    Enjoying your adventure. Glad we had a chance to meet you at the campground in Butte!
    Till our paths cross again - May the winds be at your back….
    Janice and Gary McFarland

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