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Montana Trail Section 21

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148.5
mi
Distance
15
ft
Gain
extreme
Difficulty

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
148.46mi
Distance
15ft
Elevation Gain
392ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
2,637ft
High Point
2,260ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This section of trail is intended to be experienced from the water. The River Trail takes you down the Upper Missouri National Wild and Scenic River to James Kipp Landing. Boaters also experience The Upper Missouri River National Monument including the White Cliffs area. Permits are required depending on the departure date. Floaters need to pack their own water on the trip as it is not encouraged to drink water from the Missouri River because of agricultural run-off. Potable water is available at Fort Benton, Coal Bank Landing and the James Kipp Recreational Area.

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