Drop Tube
0.9 mi
Distance
7 ft
Elev. Gain
18m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Drop Tube is a point-to-point trail in Custer National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Powder River County, Montana. It is 0.9 miles long and gains 7 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Birney, Montana, about 13 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 | 1,046 ft |
| End | 0.9 mi | 1,013 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:
- Birney, MT · about 13 mi away
- County:
- Powder River County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Custer National Forest · United States Forest Service
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