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Kootenai Creek Trail
Saturday, April 8, 2023
| Alt Names | Bitterroot National Forest, Stevensville Ranger District, Kootenai Creek, Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This popular non-motorized trail is roughly 11 miles long and eventually connects to the scenic Kootenai Lakes. The narrow trail follows a creek that winds through a steep canyon wall and forms several waterfalls.
According to the Stevensville Ranger District, this trail is open to mountain bikes up to the wilderness line (posted), but it is narrow and due to the scenic views it is very popular with hikers and so it may not be the best choice for mountain bike use.
The staging area offers a vault toilet and a kiosk. The area is open year-round but the best time to visit is during late spring through early fall. For current trail conditions contact the Stevensville Ranger District at (406) 777-5461.
***ANNOUNCEMENTS***
* Motorized Vehicles Prohibited
This trail is not open to motorized vehicles.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Stevensville, MT | |||
| Address | North Kootenai Creek Road, Stevensville, MT 59870 | |||
| From: Missoula, MT
1) Take US-93 south abut 25 miles 2) Turn right (west) on North Kootenai Creek Road, continue about 2 miles toward staging area. |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Trail |
| Land | National Forest |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Visitor Reviews & Comments) |
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Montana OHV Permit |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | narrow terrain narrow trails |
 Motorcycles | Prohibited | |
 ATVs | Prohibited | |
 UTVs / SXS | Prohibited | |
 4x4s / Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy/Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| Two Strokes / 2 Cycle Engines | Prohibited | |
| Bicycles | Some Areas | mechanized vehicles permitted up to the posted wilderness line |
| Hiking | No Restriction | |
| Horseback | No Restriction | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | No | |
| Cross Country | Prohibited | keep on the trail |
| Fireworks | Prohibited | |
| Emergency / Law Enforcement | ||
| Insurance | *Disclaimer: RiderPlanet strongly recommends that all visitors get insurance for their ATV, UTV or motorcycle before visiting any of the locations shown on this website. | |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (Unknown) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (Unknown) |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Bitterroot National Forest - Stevensville Ranger District 88 Main Street Stevensville, MT 59870 (406) 777-5461 www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Montana OHV Permit Info stateparks.mt.gov |
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 11 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 3550 to 6300 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | All | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | All | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 First Aid | 5-20 Miles (S) | Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital (406) 363-2211 |
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Ole's of Stevensville (406) 777-1179 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Ole's of Stevensville (406) 777-1179 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (N) | Charles Waters Campground (406) 777-5461 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (SE) | River Park Storage (406) 777-5562 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (SE) | River Park Storage (406) 777-5562 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (N) | Charles Waters Campground (406) 777-5461 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Ole's of Stevensville (406) 777-1179 |
 Swim Area | 5-20 Miles (S) | Como Lake Beach (406) 821-3913 |
 Water Body | On Site | |
 Boat Ramp | 5-20 Miles (S) | Como Lake Boat Ramp (406) 821-3913 |
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