7.0 mi
Distance
669 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 40m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Cottonwood is a point-to-point trail in Little Missouri National Grassland, managed by the United States Forest Service, in McKenzie County, North Dakota. It is 7 miles long and gains 669 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Watford City, North Dakota, about 23 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 | 786 ft |
| High point | 0.1 mi | 792 ft |
| End | 6.9 mi | 666 ft |
Trail Details
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:
- Watford City, ND · about 23 mi away
- County:
- McKenzie County, ND
- Jurisdiction:
- Little Missouri National Grassland · United States Forest Service
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