Eye of the Needle

Custer Gallatin National Forest, Madison County, MT

Point-to-point trail in Custer Gallatin National Forest, Madison County, MT. Downhill skiing.

Distance
0.5 mi (0.9 km)
Est. Time
10 min
High point
9,209 ft (2,807 m)
Difficulty
Hard
Route type
Point to point

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Questions about Eye of the Needle

How long is Eye of the Needle?

Eye of the Needle is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) long. Most people take about 10 min.

How hard is Eye of the Needle?

GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Eye of the Needle?

No parking mapped: check before you drive.

Are there water and toilets on Eye of the Needle?

No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.

Is Eye of the Needle shaded?

Mostly exposed (22% under trees).

Can you bring a dog on Eye of the Needle?

Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.

What can you do on Eye of the Needle?

Best for Downhill skiing.

Where can you eat near Eye of the Needle?

Roaming Bison, 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat.

Is this a good week for Eye of the Needle?

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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