Maah Daah Hey
11.5 mi
Distance
951 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 18m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Maah Daah Hey is a point-to-point trail in Little Missouri National Grassland, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Golden Valley County, North Dakota. It is 12 miles long and gains 951 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Sentinel Butte, North Dakota, about 21 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 | 709 ft |
| High point | 5.8 mi | 786 ft |
| End | 11.5 mi | 646 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:
- Sentinel Butte, ND · about 21 mi away
- County:
- Golden Valley County, ND
- Jurisdiction:
- Little Missouri National Grassland · United States Forest Service
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