Buttermilk Jim Trail
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Jefferson County, MT
Out-and-back trail in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Jefferson County, MT. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.4 mi (7.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,870 ft (570 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 25 min
- High point
- 6,926 ft (2,111 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Buttermilk Jim Trail
How long is Buttermilk Jim Trail?
Buttermilk Jim Trail is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 25 min. It climbs 1,870 ft (570 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,926 ft (2,111 m).
How hard is Buttermilk Jim Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Buttermilk Jim Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Buttermilk Jim Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Buttermilk Jim Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (99% under trees).
What can you do on Buttermilk Jim Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Buttermilk Jim Trail?
Silver Saddle Bar & Cafe, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for Buttermilk Jim 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.
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