Windy Pass Trail
Hyalite-Porcupine-Buffalo Horn Wilderness Study Area, Gallatin County, MT
Out-and-back trail in Hyalite-Porcupine-Buffalo Horn Wilderness Study Area, Gallatin County, MT. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 4.1 mi (6.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,299 ft (396 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr
- High point
- 9,275 ft (2,827 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Windy Pass Trail
How long is Windy Pass Trail?
Windy Pass Trail is 4.1 mi (6.7 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr. It climbs 1,299 ft (396 m) in total, up to a high point of 9,275 ft (2,827 m).
How hard is Windy Pass Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Windy Pass Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Windy Pass Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Windy Pass Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (70% under trees).
What can you do on Windy Pass Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Windy Pass 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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