Star Gulch
0.7 mi
Distance
620 ft
Elev. Gain
34m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Star Gulch is a point-to-point trail in Kaniksu National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Sanders County, Montana. It is 0.7 miles long and gains 620 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Heron, Montana, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 857 ft |
| End | 0.8 mi | 1,053 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jun 1–Oct 31
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:
- Heron, 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 1118A SITE 2
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Kootenai Dispersed Campsite TR1036 CAMP 3
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Pricing varies — check with the operator
Kootenai Dispersed Campsite 2292DRD-003
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