Wapiti

Montana

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9.4 mi

Distance

1,215 ft

Gain

3h 45m

Time

Conditions: Blocked

for hike, today

An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good

2 factors · 2 sources

Newest 10 h ago · oldest 11 h

  • problem: Agency alerts

    20 active alerts in Custer Gallatin National Forest; most severe: NFSR #1700 South Plateau Road Closure

    USFSPosted Oct 2 · checked 11 h ago

  • clear: Weather

    Clouds, high 65°F / low 29°F, 0% precip — 97/100 for hike

    OpenWeather10 h ago

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Elevation & route

Distance
9.4 mi
Elevation gain
1,215 ft
Highest point
8,888 ft
Lowest point
7,622 ft
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Managing agency
Forest Service
Bikes
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About this trail

Wapiti is a 9.44-mile out-and-back trail in Montana with 1,215 feet of elevation gain. The trail follows an out-and-back route type.

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