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Learn more about West Fork Butte
West Fork Butte

West Fork Butte

This easy scenic trail winds its way up the mountain, eventually reaching a small turnout for the west fork of Butte Lookout. The gate is locked, there is room to park, and a short half-mile…
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Total Miles
14.0
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about West Fork Clearwater River
West Fork Clearwater River

West Fork Clearwater River

This trail leads to the trailhead for the hike of the same name. There is ample parking for horses and trailers or whatever you may drive at the trailhead. There are livestock hitching posts as…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about West Fork Fish Creek
West Fork Fish Creek

West Fork Fish Creek

This nice out and back is mostly gravel with some deep washboard sections. It runs along and above the river as it heads back toward the Clearwater Crossing campground and the West Fork Fish Creek…
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Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about West Fork Madison (FS 209)
West Fork Madison (FS 209)

West Fork Madison (FS 209)

This trail follows the West Fork of the Madison River, which is a beautiful stream that highlights the beauty of the valley you will be following. This is an exceptionally beautiful area and we were…
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Total Miles
7.3
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about West Fork Petty Creek Rd 22
West Fork Petty Creek Rd 22

West Fork Petty Creek Rd 22

If you're looking for access to deep sections of Lolo National Forest near Alberton, this is a great place to start. The road is well maintained gravel and dirt during summer but the snow doesn't…
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Total Miles
9.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about West Fork Pilgrim Creek
West Fork Pilgrim Creek

West Fork Pilgrim Creek

This generally easy trail heads back up to the ridges and deeper into the forest. It's mostly easy with a few larger potholes, and tight switchback turns. The only camping noticed was alongside the road…
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Total Miles
7.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about West Fork Schwartz Creek
West Fork Schwartz Creek

West Fork Schwartz Creek

This is not the super smooth, easy way into the Sapphire Mountain Range. This trail is rocky, with a few tight corners and a steep climb. There are a few spots with a nice view,…
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Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about West Greenough
West Greenough

West Greenough

This easy out and back passes by a great shooting range spot carved into the hillside about 1/3 of the way along the trail. There are tight turns and muddy puddles from all the little…
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Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about West Holloman Schwartz
West Holloman Schwartz

West Holloman Schwartz

This rim road cruises along the top of the hills and has epic views around almost every corner as it twists and turns its way to the Holoman Saddle. There are a few different decent-sized…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about West Jennings
West Jennings

West Jennings

This trail begins with a steep uphill climb, is narrow, and has a few severe ruts. The trail continues to travel along a hillside with a decent drop-off. There are some beautiful mountain views the…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about West Side Pardee Creek Road - Old Hwy 10
West Side Pardee Creek Road - Old Hwy 10

West Side Pardee Creek Road - Old Hwy 10

The route is made up of gravel and loose rock. The route climbs from 2600'-5800' along the Lolo Forest and some private land. There are many sharp turns with steep embankments along the route. Offline…
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Total Miles
19.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Weston Creek Lower Portion
Weston Creek Lower Portion

Weston Creek Lower Portion

The Weston Creek Lower Portion Trail connects Indian Creek Road Trail to the Weston Creek Upper Portion Trail, the Weston Creek Spur #1, the Merrel Springs Trail, and the Cold Springs Road Trail. It's two…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Weston Creek Upper Portion
Weston Creek Upper Portion

Weston Creek Upper Portion

Weston Creek Trail connects Indian Creek Road Trail to the Canyon Ferry to Winston via Helena National Forest Trail at the Eagle Guard Cabin. It's two miles, climbing up to 6200 feet in the National…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Westside Bypass
Westside Bypass

Westside Bypass

This bypass takes you around Sealy lake, on dirt, through the trees. There is no view of the lake and no actual view of any kind unless you love looking at trees. Then, you're in…
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Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Wheeler Creek
Wheeler Creek

Wheeler Creek

Stunning trial up the side of the mountains. Near the top, you are rewarded with amazing views of the surrounding mountains. You may see Elk cutting across the trail and be aware of potentially downed…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Whisky Bay Day Use 1
Whisky Bay Day Use 1

Whisky Bay Day Use 1

There are two day use loops off the Whisky Bay trail; this day use trail is close to highway 191, it's longer than the other day use areas with more pull-offs, and it has some…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Whisky Bay Day Use 2
Whisky Bay Day Use 2

Whisky Bay Day Use 2

There are two-day use loops off the Whisky Bay trail. This day-use trail is close to the Horse Butte trail and rainbow point; it's slightly shorter than the other day-use area and runs higher above…
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Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer
Learn more about Whisky Bay Trail
Whisky Bay Trail

Whisky Bay Trail

Are you looking for day-use access to Whisky Bay? This is the main trail across Whisky Bay with loops and fingers off of it with lots of day-use spots along the bay. The trail is…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Whitetail Reservoir
Whitetail Reservoir

Whitetail Reservoir

The trailhead branches off of Delmoe Lake Rd, a few miles southeast of Delmoe Lake. It is an out-and-back style trail. The first few miles of trail are relatively uneventful, travelling through sandy washes and…
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Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Whits Lake Trail
Whits Lake Trail

Whits Lake Trail

This is a beautiful dirt and gravel trail that heads up to a couple of hiking trailheads. There are two designated dispersed campsites on the way up. One had an Airstream parked at it when…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring

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