Kootenai Creek Trail
Kootenai National Forest, Lincoln County, MT
Out-and-back trail in Kootenai National Forest, Lincoln County, MT. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 6.1 mi (9.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,208 ft (673 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 5 min
- High point
- 4,157 ft (1,267 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Kootenai Creek Trail
How long is Kootenai Creek Trail?
Kootenai Creek Trail is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 5 min. It climbs 2,208 ft (673 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,157 ft (1,267 m).
How hard is Kootenai Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Kootenai Creek Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Kootenai Falls Parking.
Are there water and toilets on Kootenai Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Kootenai Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (97% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Kootenai Creek Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Kootenai Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Kootenai Creek Trail?
Shop: Kootenai Falls Store, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for Kootenai Creek 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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- Shannon Lake Trail Kootenai National Forest · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.2 km)
- Grambauer Trail Kootenai National Forest · Expert · 13.3 mi (21.4 km)
- Williams Creek/Grambauer Trail Kootenai National Forest · Expert · 7.4 mi (11.9 km)
- Bighorn/Black Eagle Rock Trail Kootenai National Forest · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- Grambauer Ridge Trail Kootenai National Forest · Hard · 4.1 mi (6.6 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap