Red Lodge Creek
6.5 mi
Distance
3,789 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 4m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Red Lodge Creek is a point-to-point trail in Custer National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Carbon County, Montana. It is 6.5 miles long and gains 3,789 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Luther, Montana, about 5 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 | 1,913 ft |
| High point | 5.3 mi | 3,046 ft |
| End | 6.4 mi | 2,934 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:
- Luther, MT · about 5 mi away
- County:
- Carbon County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Custer National Forest · United States Forest Service
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