The Continental Divide in Southwest Montana
After a twisting passage through the Humbug Spires, the Continental Divide eases down in a westerly direction to the wide berth of Deerlodge Pass and Interstate 15 between Butte and Dillon, before beginning its upward climb to the Fleecer Mountain neighborhood.
Butte Continental Divide - southwestmt.com
Thru hikers on the Continental Divide Trail will find that Butte is a welcoming community with many amenities sought after by trail users like wifi, showers, trail shuttles, camping/lodging, food and camp supplies. Here's a quick look at Butte businesses that provide these services.
Continental Divide in Southwest Montana
Montana claims the largest share of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, with an 820 mile stretch along the rugged Divide. Designated a National Scenic Trail in 1978, it's a testament to America's wild spirit, calling to those who seek solace under Montana's big skies.
Continental Divide Trail: Homestake to Highland Road - AllTrails
Sep 2, 2021 · Try this 12.2-mile point-to-point trail near Butte, Montana. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 38 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many …
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest - Butte Ranger District
Located at the Headwaters of the Columbia River Basin, the continental divide surrounds the community of Butte, MT offering a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities for motorized and non-motorized enthusiasts.
Trail of the Week: Homestake Pass on the Continental Divide
Oct 25, 2019 · Starting just off of Interstate 90 south of Butte, the Homestake Pass section of the Continental Divide Trail is a casual hike through a wonderland of unusual rock formations, part of a geological formation called the Boulder Batholith.
Continental Divide Trail via Konda Trailhead, Montana - AllTrails
Continental Divide Trail via Konda Trailhead. Head out on this 8.3-mile out-and-back trail near Butte, Montana. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 31 min to complete.
The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDNST) has several segments around Butte that provide visitors with panoramic vistas, unique geological formations, historical features, and vegetation. The first segment begins at Homestake Pass on Interstate 90 on the south side of …
The Continental Divide - A Complete Guide - Discovering Montana
Feb 27, 2023 · The Continental Divide in Montana accounts for 13 miles of the untamed tracts of the Blackfoot Meadows Wilderness Study Area. This region is a favorite of hikers and horseback riders and consists of single creek and wash terrain.
Continental Divide Trail: Homestake to Highland Road - AllTrails
Continental Divide Trail: Homestake to Highland Road. Hard•4.6(61) Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. Photos (145) Directions. Print/PDF map. Share. More. Length19.6 kmElevation gain791 mRoute typePoint-to-point. Try this 19.6-km point-to-point trail near Butte, Montana.