Hidden Lake Cutoff - FS 194
Total Miles
1.7
Elevation
2,805.01 ft
Duration
0.5 Hours
Technical Rating
Best Time
Summer
Trail Overview
The Hidden Lake Cutoff trail goes through the Gallatin National Forest for 2 miles between the Golden Trout Lakes and Hidden Lake Divide single tracks. It's an intermediate connector trail with lots of embedded rocks, roots, and tight curves. There are no significantly large ledges or obstacles, but it does keep you on your toes with constant small features. It mostly goes uphill from east to west, with the beginning and end being the steepest grades. You'll likely see hikers on the trail from the Upper Portal Trailhead. This trail is open 7/16 - 9/4 for motorized use.
Photos of Hidden Lake Cutoff - FS 194
Difficulty
This is an intermediate trail with constant small features such as rocks and roots that make it moderate in difficulty, although there are no significantly big ledges or obstacles.
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