Alta Pine Interpretive Site
This interpretive site focuses on the Alta Pine which was thought to be the second oldest pine in the state of Montana at over 800 years old. In 1989 a lightning strike damaged the tree and it was killed by a second lightning strike in 1993. In 2008 the top fell over after a small fire. Despite this it is still considered a valuable cultural resource.
General Information
No Fees are required for this site.
Contact Name: West Fork Ranger District
Contact Phone: 406-821-3269
Address: 6735 West Fork Road Darby, MT 59829
Phone: 406-821-3269
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 45.6327
Longitude: -114.2954
Elevation
4915'
Directions
From Darby Montana drive south on state highway 93 turn right on road 478 (towards Painted Rocks State Park). The pine is located just before reaching Alta Campground.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
No restrooms are available.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Outdoor Science and Learning
Interpretive Areas/Exhibits