Portal Creek Road
Custer Gallatin National Forest, Gallatin County, MT
Out-and-back trail in Custer Gallatin National Forest, Gallatin County, MT. Off-road (4x4, OHV).
- Distance
- 7.9 mi (12.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,043 ft (318 m)
- Est. Time
- 50 min
- High point
- 8,064 ft (2,458 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Portal Creek Road
How long is Portal Creek Road?
Portal Creek Road is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) long. Most people take about 50 min. It climbs 1,043 ft (318 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,064 ft (2,458 m).
How hard is Portal Creek Road?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Portal Creek Road?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Portal Creek Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Portal Creek Road shaded?
Partly shaded (67% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Portal Creek Road?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Portal Creek Road?
Best for Off-road (4x4, OHV). Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Portal Creek Road?
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 Portal Creek Road
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- Hidden Lakes Trail Custer Gallatin National Forest · Moderate · 4.3 mi (7 km)
- Tamphery Creek C Road Custer Gallatin National Forest · Easy · 3.6 mi (5.9 km)
- Moose Creek Trail Hyalite-Porcupine-Buffalo Horn Wilderness Study Area · Expert · 12.7 mi (20.4 km)
- Windy Pass Trail Hyalite-Porcupine-Buffalo Horn Wilderness Study Area · Hard · 4.1 mi (6.7 km)
- Golden Trout Lakes Trail Hyalite-Porcupine-Buffalo Horn Wilderness Study Area · Moderate · 4.1 mi (6.6 km)
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