Trail Overview

The trail is mainly made up of gravel with a few potholes filled with water from a few springs in the area. Some rocky sections will be encountered along the route as steep rock ledges dot the sides of the trail in places. The trail is mostly wide enough to get past another vehicle. You will be descending from 5300' at the beginning of the trail down to 3300', Cell coverage is very spotty. The trail is quite dusty in dry conditions. Berries can be picked along the route.

Photos of Newman Ridge Road (1185) - Canyon Creek Road (3816)

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Difficulty

The trail is mostly wide enough for two vehicles, but there are some one-lane sections.

Technical Rating

Feb 27, 2026

Open

NFSR 889 is Closed - Order Number: 25-024-Lolo-D7 Ward Creek Road Closure Ward Creek Road, National Forest System Road #889, at milepost 4.534 at the junction with NFSR 16568 (T18N, R29W, Sect. 29) to its end at milepost 11.91 at the junction with NFSR 1185 & NFSR 1180 (T18N, R29W, Sect. 33). As shown on attached map, Exhibit A. 1. This Order shall be in effect from December 16th, 2025 through September 10th, 2026, unless rescinded. During this period the road will be closed entirely.