Phantom Creek
7.7 mi
Distance
2,625 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 53m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Phantom Creek is a point-to-point trail in Custer National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Carbon County, Montana. It is 7.7 miles long and gains 2,625 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Roscoe, Montana, about 14 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 | 2,291 ft |
| High point | 4.2 mi | 3,092 ft |
| End | 7.8 mi | 2,352 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jun 1–Sep 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
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Roscoe, MT · about 14 mi away
- County:
- Carbon County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Custer National Forest · United States Forest Service
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