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Montana Trail Section 5

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67.5
mi
Distance
13,879
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
67.45mi
Distance
13,879ft
Elevation Gain
13,152ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
8,165ft
High Point
5,584ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This section begins at Rogers Pass and the majority of it is within the Lewis and Clark-Helena National Forest. This section follows the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) the entire distance. The Trail crosses Flesher Pass, Stemple Pass, and Priest Pass, all of which have auto access. It routes closely by Granite Butte Lookout Tower, which is in the rental program, along with many sites of early mining in the area as you approach McDonald Pass. Bear spray and bear safety protocols are highly recommended.

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Contributors
Andra Perrella