Wise River-Elkhorn Hot Spring Trail
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Beaverhead County, MT
Point-to-point trail in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Beaverhead County, MT. Hiking & Cross-country skiing.
- Distance
- 22.6 mi (36.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,037 ft (621 m)
- Est. Time
- 8 hr 20 min
- High point
- 7,851 ft (2,393 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Along the way
- Campsite: Pettingill Campground 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Fourth of July Campground 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Boulder Creek Campground 2.5 mi (4 km) from start
- Campsite: Lodge Pole Campground 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Willow Campground 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Little Joe Campground 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from start
- Shelter: Lupine Shelter 15.1 mi (24.2 km) from start
- Picnic area 17.4 mi (28 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Wise River-Elkhorn Hot Spring Trail
How long is Wise River-Elkhorn Hot Spring Trail?
Wise River-Elkhorn Hot Spring Trail is 22.6 mi (36.3 km) long. Most people take about 8 hr 20 min. It climbs 2,037 ft (621 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,851 ft (2,393 m).
How hard is Wise River-Elkhorn Hot Spring Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Wise River-Elkhorn Hot Spring Trail?
24 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Wise River-Elkhorn Hot Spring Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Wise River-Elkhorn Hot Spring Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (39% under trees).
What can you do on Wise River-Elkhorn Hot Spring Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Cross-country skiing.
Where can you eat near Wise River-Elkhorn Hot Spring Trail?
1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Wise River-Elkhorn Hot Spring 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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- Fourth Of July Trail Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest · Moderate · 3.4 mi (5.5 km)
- Boulder Creek Trail Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
- Pioneer Loop National Recreati Trail West Pioneer Wilderness Study Area · Expert · 32.7 mi (52.5 km)
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