Spotted Bear Lookout
4.3 mi
Distance
2,769 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 49m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Spotted Bear Lookout is a point-to-point trail in Flathead County, Montana. It is 4.3 miles long and gains 2,769 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Swan Lake, Montana, about 13 miles away in a straight line.
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,417 ft |
| End | 4.2 mi | 2,204 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
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Swan Lake, MT · about 13 mi away
- County:
- Flathead County, MT
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Flathead Dispersed Campsite DIAMOND R 3
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Flathead Dispersed Campsite DIAMOND R 2
1.1 mi awayFlathead National Forest
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Flathead Dispersed Campsite DIAMOND R 1
1.2 mi awayFlathead National Forest
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Flathead Dispersed Campsite SB RIVER OVERLOOK#2
1.9 mi awayFlathead National Forest
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