West Fork Lost Fork
- 10.2 mi
- round trip
- 1,988 ft
- climb
- 8,049 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Is West Fork Lost Fork open right now?
No closures listed
The Forest Service lists no closures for Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest.
As of · Source: USFS · Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
West Fork Lost Fork is a hard, out-and-back hike of about 10 miles in the Judith-Musselshell Ranger District of Montana's Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. It starts at roughly 6,068 feet and climbs to about 8,049 feet, a gain of nearly 2,000 feet one way, making it a serious outing on natural trail surfaces. The trail is open year round, and it is used for both horseback riding and mountain biking, so plan for a ride on either. It is not an accessible trail, so be prepared for a rugged route that won't accommodate mobility aids. The nearest neighbors are the Burris-Ettien hike, about 2 miles away, and Halzel Coulee, about 3 miles off. For overnight stays, Hunters Spring Cabin lies about 6 miles away, and paddlers can head to the Middle Fork Judith River, roughly 7 miles away.
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