Refrigerator Canyon
8.4 mi
Distance
2,254 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 55m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Refrigerator 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 8.4 miles long and gains 2,254 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is York, Montana, about 10 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 | 1,608 ft |
| High point | 3.0 mi | 2,050 ft |
| End | 8.3 mi | 1,915 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
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:
- York, MT · about 10 mi away
- County:
- Lewis and Clark County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Helena National Forest · United States Forest Service
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