Missouri River Canyon
0.7 mi
Distance
105 ft
Elev. Gain
17m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Missouri River Canyon is a point-to-point trail in Helena National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Lewis and Clark County, Montana. It is 0.7 miles long and gains 105 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Helena Valley Northeast, Montana, about 7 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 | 1,522 ft |
| High point | 0.1 mi | 1,544 ft |
| End | 0.7 mi | 1,458 ft |
Trail Details
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:
- Helena Valley Northeast, MT · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Lewis and Clark County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Helena National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Campgrounds near this trail
Missouri River/Jim Ball GFA - Beaver Creek N CUA
3 mi awayHelena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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Helena-Lewis and Clark Dispersed Campsite LBEAVER02
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Helena-Lewis and Clark Dispersed Campsite LBEAVER05C
3.1 mi awayHelena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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Helena-Lewis and Clark Dispersed Campsite LBEAVER05A
3.1 mi awayHelena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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