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Stark Mountain Trailhead

Use this trailhead to access the Stark Mountain Trail #58, a 4 mile hike to the highest point on the Ninemile Divide. The highlight of this hike is the historic Stark Lookout, which is staffed by a fire lookout during the summer months and provides panoramic views of the Ninemile and Clark Fork valleys.

View this trailhead on the interactive map. 

General Information

Please visit the Forest's Alerts page for information on restrictions, in particular please review the Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order to help reduce the likelihood of human-to-bear conflicts. 

Dogs must be under control at all times. 

Photo of the Ninemile District Ranger office in the fall.

Address: 20325 Remount Road Huson, MT 59846
Phone: 406-626-5201
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 47.092138

Longitude: -114.508527

Directions

From I-90 exit 82, take frontage road northwest for 1.5 miles. Turn right on West Ninemile Rd for 3.4 miles. Turn left on Rennic Creek Road # 5511 for 2.9 miles, then take a slight right on Rennic-Cedar Road #5515 for 5.1 miles. Parking and trail are on the left just before the gate.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

No restroom facilities

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

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Last updated August 24, 2026