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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 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

USDA Forest Service Logo

Address: 2693 MT Hwy 200 Trout Creek, MT 59874
Phone: (406) 827-3533
Hours: Monday thru Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Elevation

Ending Elevation: 2400'

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restroom information is not available for this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

OHV Trail RidingOHV Trail Riding

Last updated February 27, 2026