Big River
17.9 mi
Distance
2,421 ft
Elev. Gain
7h 10m
Est. Time
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
We don't publish a description for Big River unless we can point you at the agency it came from. We don't have one yet. The planning figures above — distance, elevation gain, estimated time, route type — come from the source listed on this trail.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,287 ft |
| High point | 12.6 mi | 1,512 ft |
| End | 17.9 mi | 1,410 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jun 1–Nov 30
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Essex, MT · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Flathead County, MT
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Imported route
Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Bear Creek River Access Boating Site
0.7 mi awayFlathead National Forest
Essex, MT
Dispersed
Devil Creek Campground
4.7 mi awayEssex, MT
Check official pricing13 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
Zips Place Cabin
7.1 mi awayEssex, MT
Check official pricing1 sitesReservable Cabin Well reviewed No Service
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