Cottonwood Creek

3.1/5 (8 reviews)
Cottonwood Creek Road is located in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, the largest of the national forests in Montana covering 3.35 million acres. The trailhead is two hours drive from Ennis, and the end of the trail is 33 miles south of Alder. This picturesque trail offers excellent views w...Read More
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Highlights of Cottonwood Creek

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Camping Category IconCamping
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
8936 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
07/01 - 03/31
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
1012
Nearest Town
Alder
Nearest Services
Alder
Management Agency
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
District
Ennis Field Office

Overview

Cottonwood Creek Road is located in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, the largest of the national forests in Montana covering 3.35 million acres. The trailhead is two hours drive from Ennis, and the end of the trail is 33 miles south of Alder. This picturesque trail offers excellent views with wooded and grassy sections. There are a few campsites along the way and a beautiful Cottonwood Creek. Don't forget to check out the snow on Black Butte Mountain near the trailhead.

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15 Waypoints
47 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
8 Community Reviews
1 Video
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