South Fork Sun
5.6 mi
Distance
538 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 8m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
South Fork Sun is a point-to-point trail in Lewis & Clark National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Lewis and Clark County, Montana. It is 5.6 miles long and gains 538 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Augusta, Montana, about 25 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 | 1,671 ft |
| High point | 5.3 mi | 1,794 ft |
| End | 5.4 mi | 1,793 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.
- 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:
- Augusta, MT · about 25 mi away
- County:
- Lewis and Clark County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Lewis & Clark National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Pricing varies — check with the operator
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2.6 mi awayLewis & Clark National Forest
Choteau, MT
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