Picture Ridge
10.3 mi
Distance
4,455 ft
Elev. Gain
5h 40m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Picture Ridge is a point-to-point trail in Flathead County, Montana. It is 10 miles long and gains 4,455 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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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,221 ft |
| High point | 5.7 mi | 2,347 ft |
| End | 10.0 mi | 2,191 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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