Trail Overview
Wagon Mountain Road offers a scenic and approachable ridge-line drive through the Lolo National Forest, making it an ideal excursion for drivers of high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles and SxSs looking for stunning forest vistas. Spanning approximately 17.3 miles, this trail connects Graves Creek Road and Fish Creek Road, rising from a minimum elevation of 4,104 feet to a peak of 5,641 feet. Along the route, drivers will navigate dirt surfaces and experience roughly 2,138 feet of cumulative elevation gain with 2,416 feet of elevation loss. The trail is rated a 3 out of 10, indicating it is relatively mild but does feature narrow sections on several climbs and potential standing water or puddles depending on the season.
Adventurers can explore several route variations, including exits via Howard Creek or Fish Creek Road to the north or south, which provide flexibility depending on your destination. A notable side trip along FS 4237 leads to the former site of the Lolo Springs Lookout, which was removed in 1963, though this spur road is quite overgrown in the center and requires caution to avoid scratching. For those looking to combine their drive with local dining, starting or ending the trip with a visit to the Lumberjack Saloon provides a convenient stop for lunch or dinner. When approaching from the south, the route begins with a left-hand turn off Graves Creek Road when traveling north.
