Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail
Lolo National Forest, Missoula County, MT
Out-and-back trail in Lolo National Forest, Missoula County, MT. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 16.6 mi (26.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,291 ft (1,003 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr
- High point
- 6,444 ft (1,964 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Blue Mountain 16.6 mi (26.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail
How long is Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail?
Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail is 16.6 mi (26.7 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr. It climbs 3,291 ft (1,003 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,444 ft (1,964 m).
How hard is Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail?
Parking at the start. 2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (51% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail?
The Trough, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail
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- Ten Penny Connector Lolo National Forest · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Maclay Flat Boatramp Trail Lolo National Forest · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Maclay Flat Nature Loop Lolo National Forest · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.8 km)
- Argillite Connector Lolo National Forest · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.4 km)
- Blue Mountain Nature Trail Missoula County · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Bluebird Connector Lolo National Forest · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- T-Bone Connector Lolo National Forest · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap