Are dogs allowed on Cave Mountain?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Cave Mountain but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Cave Mountain?

No, Cave Mountain does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Cave Mountain?

Cave Mountain is rated moderate. It is 1.3 miles long with 768 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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ModerateLoop

Montana

Cave Mountain

Cardwell, Montana

1.3 mi

Distance

768 ft

Elev. Gain

37m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

A trail is part of the Classic Cave tour. A third of the hike is underground and it's a guided hike. It includes stairs and stoops on the underground portion.

From Wikipedia

Cave Mountain is located on the border of Alberta and British Columbia on the Continental Divide. It was named in 1916 by the International Boundary Survey. A cave within the mountain accounts for the name.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:1,610 ft

Max:1,734 ft

234 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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