Kootenai River Campground
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Montana
14.0 mi
Distance
2,026 ft
Gain
5h 40m
Time
An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
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Newest 13 h ago · oldest 28 d
problem: Agency alerts
5 active alerts in Kootenai National Forest; most severe: Kootenai Flood Event & Inaccessible Areas
USFS28 d ago
clear: Weather
Clear, high 74°F / low 68°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for hike
OpenWeather13 h ago
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Why you'll love it
Shafer
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No permit or access details on file for this trail — check with the local land manager before you go.
The Shafer Trail is a moderately challenging 13.97-mile loop offering substantial elevation gain through Montana's diverse terrain. This trail rewards hikers with extended views and a good cardiovascular workout, making it ideal for experienced day hikers seeking a full day in the backcountry.
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~1 min drive
Moderate 8.38-mile creek-side hike with 2,019 ft elevation gain.
Bobtail
~4 min drive
Moderate 5.2-mile Montana foothill hike with 1,188 ft elevation gain.
Tom Poole Lake
~4 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with steady climb to scenic mountain lake.
Mount Tom
~5 min drive
Moderate 8.38-mile summit hike with 1,814 ft gain and rewarding views.
Banfield Ridge
~9 min drive
Moderate ridge hike with scenic vistas and steady elevation gain.
Banfield Mountain
~8 min drive
Scenic 4.4-mile climb to Banfield Mountain with 912 ft elevation gain.
Turner Mountain
~6 min drive
Challenging 11.6-mile alpine climb with 3,454 ft elevation gain near Turner Mountain.
Quartz Mountain
~11 min drive
Quick 3-mile climb with 833 ft gain to Quartz Mountain summit.
Timberlane Loop B
~10 min drive
Easy 1.16-mile loop with minimal elevation gain near Timberlane.
Gold Hill Divide
~6 min drive
Moderate 10-mile divide hike with steady climbing and scenic ridge views.
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Kootenai River Campground
Hiking business nearby (~17 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet
Indian Springs Montana
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