#999 Historic Big Eddy

Historic Big Eddy Trail #999 is a short but steep non-motorized trail that ends at Big Eddy Trail #998 approximately halfway up to Star Peak. The trail offers stunning views of the Clark Fork River Valley.

Historic Big Eddy Trail #999

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	Big Eddy Trail #999 is a Trail Class 2 trail. Users should expect some blowdown, brush, and minimal tread. The trail is scheduled to be cleared every five years. Please check the current trail report or contact Cabinet Ranger Station for current trail conditions.
Restrictions:	No motorized use. Mechanized use: Historic Big Eddy Trail #999 is open to mechanized use. However mechanized use is not advised due to occasional blowdown and tread conditions. Be advised Big Eddy Trail #998 from the junction of Historic Big Eddy Trail #999 to Star Peak Lookout is closed to mechanized use. Stock Use: Stock use is not recommended on Historic Big Eddy Trail #999 due to occasional blowdown and tread condition. Stock users are encouraged to use Big Eddy Trail #998. Properly possess and store all food, refuse, and other attractants pursuant to Kootenai National Forest Food Storage Order (CFR 261.58 (cc)). Please practice Pack-in-Pack-out and Leave-No-Trace ethics.
Closest Towns:	Heron, MT USGS Map: Heron #86
Operated By:	U.S. Forest Service
Information Center:	Directions: From milepost 6 on Hwy 200 turn north onto FSR 2292. The trailhead is located approximately 100 yards from the highway on the first switchback of the road. There is ample space at the trailhead for a few small vehicles. Most users with large vehicles or vehicles with trailers park on the south side of Highway 200 in a large wide area and walk across the highway to FSR 2292 and the trailhead.

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