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Recreation Region: Clark Fork River Area

#1020 Dry Creek Trailhead

Dry Creek Trail #1020 parallels the Bull River on the boundary between USFS and private lands.  The trail is used to access Hamilton Gulch Trail #1019, Star Gulch Trail #1016, and Napoleon Gulch Trail #1035. The trail crosses Dry Creek, Hamilton Gulch, and Star Gulch. These crossings can be challenging and dangerous during peak runoff.

Dry Creek Trail #1020

Current Conditions
Dry Creek Trail #1020 is a Trail Class 3 trail. The trail tread and corridor will be very well defined and visible. The trail is scheduled to be cleared every year. Please check the <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/kootenai/recreation/hiking">current trail report</a> or contact Cabinet Ranger Station for current trail conditions.

General Information

  • Motorized vehicles:  Motorcycle use is allowed on Dry Creek Trail #1020, however Hamilton Gulch Trail #1019, Star Gulch Trail #1016, and Napoleon Gulch Trail #1035 are non-motorized trails.
  • Properly possess and store all food, refuse, and other attractants pursuant to Kootenai National Forest Food Storage Order (CFR 261.58 (cc)).
  • Please practice Pack-in-Pack-out and Leave-No-Trace ethics

Getting There

Elevation

Ending Elevation: 2400'

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
Hiking Hiking

OHV Trail RidingOHV Trail Riding

Last updated February 18th, 2025