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
Paradise Boating Site
Paradise Boating site is a developed boat launch and the main entry to Selway river. It is located approximately 1/2 mile from Paradise Campground.
Paradise Campground
Paradise Campground is located near the Paradise Boat Launch site for the permitted Selway River, May 15- July 31st annually. The campground consists of 6 sites complete with picnic tables, and fire…
Paradise Flat/White Cap Creek Trailhead
Paradise Flat/White Cap Creek Trailhead consists of a small parking area. It offers access to White Cap Creek trail #24 and the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness. There are no facilities however it is not…
Pasture Ridge Trail # 62
The Pasture Ridge trail is 5.0 miles long. It begins at Magruder Ranger Station and ends at Trail 12. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding, Hiking
Pete Creek Day Use Area
Pete Creek Day Use Area is a small dispersed site. Facilities include a single fire ring and a wooden outhouse.
Piquett Creek Trail # 675
The Piquett Creek trail is 7.0 miles long. It begins at Road #49 and ends at Trail #55. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding
Piquett Divide Trail # 676
The Piquett Divide trail is 9.0 miles long. It begins at Road #5720 and ends at Trail #55. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding, Motorcycle Trail Riding
Porcupine Creek Trail # 205
Porcupine Creek trail is 4.8 miles long. It begins at Warm Springs Creek Trail #103 and ends at Warm Springs Ridge Trail #177. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback RidingMountain…
Porcupine Saddle Trail # 196
The Porcupine Saddle Trail #196 is 0.67 miles long. It begins at the trailhead and ends at Warm Springs Ridge Trail #177. This is a montane grassland (about 7200 feet) accessed by hiking along an…
Porcupine Saddle Trailhead
Porcupine Saddle Trailhead has parking space for up to eight vehicles with adequate turnaround area. This is a popular shared use trail for mountain biking and horseback riding. Expect horses and…