20.9 mi
Distance
5,837 ft
Elev. Gain
9h 25m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Moran Basin Trail is an out-and-back trail in Kaniksu National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Sanders County, Montana. It is 21 miles long and gains 5,837 feet. The nearest town is Noxon, Montana, about 8 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 704 ft |
| High point | 9.5 mi | 1,930 ft |
| End | 20.9 mi | 704 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Noxon, MT · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Sanders County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Kaniksu National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.
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Check official pricing1 sitesReservable Cabin Well reviewed No Service
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