Landerchelada (Old Route)

Dogs Leashed

E-Bikes Not Allowed

This is the original route of Lander's classic backcountry loop, which followed Louis Lake forest road before the addition of Upper Brewers Trail. The new Landerchelada route is now much more popular, but you could still ride it the old way as shown here.

Keep in mind that sections of this ride are remote and cell phone service is not a guarantee. For more info, see the Middle Fork Trail description. As comments indicate, Middle Fork Trail can be technical and rough to the point of needing to walk. Consider Upper Brewers Trail or riding as an out-and-back to Worthen TH.

Beginning in Sinks Canyon Campground, start with a pedally climb on Lower Brewers Trail (formerly Catalyst Trail). This trail is all new, extremely well-benched, 100% singletrack with some sections reaching above 15% grade. There's a nice reprieve from the climb as you pedal through the non-technical upper meadow sections. Top out at the Fossil Hill parking lot (there's a single pit toilet there).

From there, continue up the Louis Lake Rd., following signs to Worthen Meadow/Reservoir Campground.

From the Worthen Meadow Trailhead, begin a short but technical, very rocky climb along the Middle Fork Trail. The descent from Sheep's Bridge to the Middle Fork Trail is rocky (ranging from gravel to baby heads to refrigerator-sized boulders) and technical, requiring some hike-a-bike sections and/or advanced bike handling skills.

The Middle Fork Trail to Popo Agie Falls is a popular hiking route. You'll likely meet hikers and possibly dogs on the trail. Please be courteous and yield to uphill traffic. Carrying a bell is not a bad idea as there are a number of high-speed sections on this trail. This loop is best ridden on weekday mornings or evenings.