| Status: | Open |
| Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Uses: | Mt Biking & Hiking & Equestrian & eBikes |
| Length: | 1.1 miles |
| Start: | 5,999' |
| End: | 5,520' |
| Min: | 5,519' |
| Max: | 5,999' |
| Gain: | 480' |
| Loss: | 0' |
This newly built BLM trail can be accessed by taking the Hang Tight trail from Old Cutters Park. At the three-way intersection Hang Loose trail peels off to the right as you head up Hangman Gulch. Hang Loose works its way up and across the hillside above Old Cutters Park and into the small draw just south of Hangman. The trail provides a gradual climb or decent that is perfect for hiking, running, or mountain biking as it works its way across the draw and to the low saddle where it intersects with the Hang Tight trail above Hangman Gulch and Quigley Canyon. From the switch back closest to the trail’s highpoint be sure to hang loose for a moment and enjoy the views of Hailey, Carbonate Mountain and west out Croy Creek. From here you can turn around for an out and back or continue on to Hang Tight Trail to make it a loop. You can also add a little extra and hike to the top of the trail that takes you to Buttercup Hill (no bikes allowed on this section of trail) for a slightly higher perspective. Hang Loose Trail can be used in any direction.
This trail was made possible through the hard work of BLM, IMBA, City of Hailey, WRTC, and BCRD.
To minimize impacts to deer and elk these trails are subject to seasonal closures from January 1 — April 30.
Directions:
This trail can be accessed from Old Cutters Park.
From Hailey- Traveling north on Main Street, turn right on E Myrtle st, follow E Myrtle past Buttercup rd and take a left on Buffalo dr., turn right on Cutters dr. and continue on Cutters dr. until you see Old Cutters Park on your left.
From Ketchum- Travel south on Highway 75, turn left on Buttercup rd, after about 3 miles turn left on S. Hiawatha dr. and continue straight on Cutters dr. until you see Old Cutters Park on your left.
From the parking area, stay on the east end of the park and follow the Hang Tight trail through the break in the trees about 1/3 mile to the intersection with Hang Loose.
This is a quiet neighborhood and neighborhood park. Please drive slowly and be respectful of the neighbors. If you have dogs with you, be sure to keep them on a leash or under voice control and always pick up after them. Please do not allow your dogs to run free onto private property while you are getting ready to head out on the trail.