Recreation
Bitterroot National Forest Trail Clearing Status Map
Use this map tool to view and search what trails and when those trails were cleared of down trees on Bitterroot National Forest trails.
Bass Creek Recreation Area offers wilderness trail access, campgrounds for families and groups, equestrian facilities, and multi‑use trails for…
Discover the Darby Ranger District, the southern Bitterroot Valley’s gateway to the Sapphire Divide, the rugged Bitterroot canyons, and the vast…
Lake Como Recreation Area provides a classic Bitterroot National Forest experience, offering opportunities for swimming, fishing, boating, hiking,…
According to early accounts, Lost Horse Creek earned its name in 1881, when prospectors attempted to cross its swift spring runoff and one of their…
The Magruder Corridor is a 95‑mile primitive road offering a rare glimpse into one of the lower 48’s most remote, undeveloped landscapes. Winding…
Discover the Stevensville Ranger District, set in Montana’s first permanent settlement and the northernmost part of the Bitterroot National Forest.…
Discover the Sula Ranger District in the scenic southeast corner of the Bitterroot National Forest. Spanning more than 250,000 acres—including…
Experience the West Fork Ranger District, where rugged wilderness, top‑tier fishing, and memorable backcountry adventures meet. Just 18 miles south…
The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail in the Bitterroot National Forest invites adventurers to explore 25 miles of high-elevation beauty along the rugged spine of th
The Bitterroot Valley played a major role in the Lewis and Clark Expedition (1804-1806), and it is one of the most meaningful stretches of their journey west.
Experience the powerful story of the 1877 Nez Perce flight as you travel the Nez Perce National Historic Trail through the breathtaking Bitterroot Valley.
Recreation
Kootenai Creek Trail # 53
The Kootenai Creek trail is 10.6 miles long. It begins at Road 1322.2 and ends at North Kootenai Lake.  You enter into the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness at mile 2.6. This rocky, narrow trail follows…
Kootenai Creek Trailhead
Site Open
Kootenai Creek Trailhead has adequate parking for both cars and trailers. It offers access to Kootenai Creek Trail #53 and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Facilities include a vault toilet, and…
Kootenai Lakes Trail # 302
The Kootenai Lakes trail is 1.2 miles long. It begins at Trail 53 and ends at South Kootenai Lake. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horseback Riding
Lake Como Beach Swimming Site
Site Open
A unique opportunity in Montana! This swimming area is located on beautiful Lake Como, located between Darby and Hamilton, Montana. It features a sandy beach area, picnic tables, accessible…
Lake Como Boat Launch
Site Open
The Lake Como Boat Launch is located within the Lake Como Recreation Area, located between Darby and Hamilton, Montana. The site hosts 38 boat trailer parking spots and a 4-section floating dock. …
Lake Como Campground
Site Open
The Lake Como Campground, a.k.a. "Lower Como", is located within the Lake Como Recreation Area in between Darby and Hamilton, Montana.  It is a single loop with 125' pull through sites for…
Lake Como Group Picnic Site
Site Open
This picnic site is located within the Lake Como Recreation Area. The site sits along the shore of Lake Como and provides a fabulous view of Como Peaks. It is open on a first come/first served basis.…
Lake Como National Recreation Trail
The Lake Como National Recreation Trail #502 is 3.0 miles long. It begins at Road 1111 and ends at Trail #580.  To do an "out and back" hike to the falls on this north shore trail, it is about 6…
Lake Como National Recreation Trailhead
Site Open
Lake Como National Recreation Trailhead is located in the Lake Como Recreation Area near the entrance to Three Frogs Campground.  The first 1/4 mile of this trail is paved and has interpretive signs…
Larry Creek Group Site Campground
Site Open
Larry Creek Group Camp is a terrific location for an extended family or group getaway, providing access to many fishing, hiking, mountain biking and hunting opportunities. Located within the Bass…