Main South Fork
23.5 mi
Distance
1,955 ft
Elev. Gain
8h 49m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Main South Fork is a point-to-point trail in Flathead County, Montana. It is 24 miles long and gains 1,955 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Swan Lake, Montana, about 18 miles away in a straight line.
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,265 ft |
| High point | 19.5 mi | 1,418 ft |
| End | 22.9 mi | 1,393 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jun 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
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Swan Lake, MT · about 18 mi away
- County:
- Flathead County, MT
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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