South Fork Red Shale
2.6 mi
Distance
2,060 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 55m
Est. Time
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
South Fork Red Shale is a trail in Lewis & Clark National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Lewis and Clark County, Montana. It is 2.6 miles long and gains 2,060 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,768 ft |
| High point | 2.1 mi | 2,310 ft |
| End | 2.7 mi | 2,302 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed May 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.
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- County:
- Lewis and Clark County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Lewis & Clark National Forest · United States Forest Service
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