Barking Dog
1.0 mi
Distance
427 ft
Elev. Gain
33m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Barking Dog is a point-to-point trail in Helena National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Lewis and Clark County, Montana. It is 1 mile long and gains 427 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes. It is in or next to Unionville, Montana.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,418 ft |
| High point | 0.9 mi | 1,552 ft |
| End | 1.0 mi | 1,542 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Unionville, MT · in or next to town
- County:
- Lewis and Clark County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Helena National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Imported route
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail

Helena Campground & RV Park
7.6 mi awayHelena, MT
Pricing varies — check with the operatorPrivate Reservable
Helena-Lewis and Clark Dispersed Campsite CHESSMAN RD 299 005
7.6 mi awayHelena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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Helena-Lewis and Clark Dispersed Campsite CHESSMAN RD 299 004
7.6 mi awayHelena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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Helena-Lewis and Clark Dispersed Campsite CHESSMAN RD 299 006
7.7 mi awayHelena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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Helena-Lewis and Clark Dispersed Campsite LPRIEST01F
7.9 mi awayHelena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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