Hidden Hoot Trail and Hoot Loop closed to public beginning April 1

In a press release, the Sheridan Community Land Trust reminded residents the Hidden Hoot Trail and Hoot Loop will be closed to the public beginning April 1.

The annual trail closure aims to ease stress on animals and people during calving season. Hidden Hoot Trail and Hoot Loop will reopen once calving season concludes. 

While Hidden Hoot Trail and Hoot Loop Trail are closed, SCLT encourages community members to continue enjoying the Bighorns. 

Soldier Ridge Trail, Soldier Ridge Bench Trail, The Link and Kicking Horse Trail remain open to the community. These trails can be accessed from the Soldier Ridge Trailhead on the west edge of Sheridan. To find the trailhead, follow the signs from the end of West 5th Street.

Red Grade Trails will also remain open. Parking lots and trailheads are located at the base of the Bighorns on State Hwy 335 just before the start of Red Grade Road. 

As more visitors enjoy community trails this season, SCLT reminds the community that pets should be under control whenever using the trails, and pets must be leashed whenever livestock or wildlife are present. 

To stay up to date with all of the latest trail openings, closings and conditions, join Sheridan Trail Conditions on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/sheridantrailconditions.

View and print community trail maps at https://sheridanclt.org/recreation/maps/.