Smeads Bench
0.4 mi
Distance
13 ft
Elev. Gain
9m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Smeads Bench is a point-to-point trail in Kaniksu National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Sanders County, Montana. It is 0.4 miles long and gains 13 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Noxon, Montana, about 4 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 | 950 ft |
| End | 0.5 mi | 922 ft |
Trail Details
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:
- Noxon, MT · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Sanders County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Kaniksu National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Kootenai Dispersed Campsite RD 2706
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Kootenai Dispersed Campsite TRAIL1070-002
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Two Rivers RV Park & Campground
1.7 mi awayKaniksu National Forest
Noxon, MT
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Bull River Pavilion
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