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 hiking and biking.
Discover the Darby Ranger District, the southern Bitterroot Valley’s gateway to the Sapphire Divide, the rugged Bitterroot canyons, and the vast Selway‑Bitterroot Wilderness—home to some of Montana’s most spectacular terrain.
Lake Como Recreation Area provides a classic Bitterroot National Forest experience, offering opportunities for swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and camping in a scenic mountain valley.
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 horses was swept away. The story spread, and the creek soon became known as “Lost Horse”—a name that has endured for generations.
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 between the Bitterroot and Nez Perce–Clearwater National Forests, it provides sweeping views of the Bitterroot and Clearwater ranges and access to country that remains much as early travelers found it.
Discover the Stevensville Ranger District, set in Montana’s first permanent settlement and the northernmost part of the Bitterroot National Forest. Framed by the rolling Sapphire Mountains and the rugged Bitterroot Range, it offers access to glacial canyons, wilderness terrain, and a wide network of well‑maintained trails.
Discover the Sula Ranger District in the scenic southeast corner of the Bitterroot National Forest. Spanning more than 250,000 acres—including 41,000 within the Anaconda‑Pintler Wilderness—it offers extensive opportunities for exploration and outdoor recreation.
Experience the West Fork Ranger District, where rugged wilderness, top‑tier fishing, and memorable backcountry adventures meet. Just 18 miles south of Darby, Montana, along the scenic West Fork of the Bitterroot River, it’s a prime spot for anglers and river lovers. Spring brings fast, snowmelt‑fed flows, while summer offers calmer waters ideal for fishing and rafting.
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
Darby RD
The many miles of trails on the Darby Ranger District provide opportunities ranging from short day-trips to extended back-country trips.
Deep Creek Campground
Deep Creek Campground, a small rustic campground that sits near the banks of Deep Creek located on the Magruder Corridor.  The Magruder Corridor was created in 1980 leaving a unique road that…
Deep Creek-Beaver Jack Trail # 37
The Deep Creek-Beaver Jack trail is 4.0 miles long. It begins at Road 468 and ends at Beaver Jack Mountain. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding, Hiking
Deer Creek Point Trail
The Deer Creek Point trail is 3.3 miles long. It begins at Salmon National Forest Road #044 and ends at Deer Creek Point. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding
Deer Creek Trail # 139
The Deer Creek trail is 13.0 miles long. It begins at Forest Highway #66 and ends at Trail #614. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding, Hiking
Dennis Creek Trail # 29
The Dennis Creek trail is 11.0 miles long. It begins at Trail # 9 and ends at T26N, R12E, Section 22, pm. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding
Divide Creek Trail # 159
The Divide Creek Trail # 159 is 2.8 miles long. It begins at Trail # 105 and ends at Road # 75. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding, Motorcycle Trail Riding
Divide Trail # 16.2
The Divide trail is 23.7 miles long. It begins at Trail #32 and ends at Salmon National Forest Boundary. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding, Hiking
Divide-Reynolds Lake Trail
The Divide-Reynolds Lake trail is 3.0 miles long. It begins at Salmon National Forest Boundary Bitterroot National Divide Trail 16 and ends at Salmon National Forest Road #044-Reynolds Lake…
Drop Creek Trail # 248
The Drop Creek trail is 7.5 miles long. It begins at Trail #55 and ends at Trail #673.The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding, Motorcycle Trail Riding.