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
Ward Mountain Trail # 208
The Ward Mountain Trail # 208 begins at National Forest Road #701 (Roaring Lion Road), gains 4,800 feet of elevation as it climbs 6.3 miles to the peak of Ward Mountain. At many points this trail…
Ward Mountain Trailhead
Site Open
Ward Mountain Trailhead is located on Roaring Lion Road adjacent to the Sawtooth Trailhead. It accesses the 6.3-mile Ward Mountain Trail #208. There are no facilities however, nearby Sawtooth…
Warm Springs Campground
Site Open
Warm Springs Campground is nestled in a wooded area near Warm Springs Creek. It hosts 11 sites with picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets.  Campground can accommodate trailers under 26…
Warm Springs Creek Trail #103
The Warm Springs Creek trail is 8.7 miles long. It begins at Road 5728 and ends at Trail #673 (Overwhich Falls). This is the main route into the Warm Springs area. The grade from the trailhead to…
Warm Springs Ridge Trail # 177
The Warm Springs Ridge Trail #177 provides access into the Warm Springs backcountry area. Trail climbs steeply for the first 2 miles to the ridgetop. The remaining 7.5 miles of trail travels Warm…
Warm Springs Trailhead
Warm Springs Trailhead is located between Crazy Creek Horse Camp and Crazy Creek Campground. This site hosts a large parking area for trucks and trailers.
Watchtower Creek Trailhead
A popular trailhead for horse users, Watchtower Creek Trailhead has adequate parking for both cars and trailers. It offers access to Watchtower Creek Trail # 699 and the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness.…
West Fork Boat Launch
The developed boat launch facilities include a gravel parking area, gravel ramp, picnic table, two short trails leading to benches on the river and a vault toilet.
West Fork RD
 The many miles of trails on the West Fork Ranger District provide opportunities ranging from short day-trips to extended back-country trips.
Wiles Peak Trail # 56
The Wiles Peak trail is 6.3 miles long. It begins at Trail # 248 and ends at Trail # 601. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding