Bighorn Lake
1.4 mi
Distance
778 ft
Elev. Gain
51m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Bighorn Lake 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 1.4 miles long and gains 778 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Lincoln, Montana, about 15 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,286 ft |
| High point | 1.4 mi | 2,526 ft |
| End | 1.4 mi | 2,526 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed May 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.
- 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:
- Lincoln, MT · about 15 mi away
- County:
- Lewis and Clark County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Helena National Forest · United States Forest Service
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