Tobacco Root
22.1 mi
Distance
6,955 ft
Elev. Gain
10h 50m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Tobacco Root is a point-to-point trail in Beaverhead National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Madison County, Montana. It is 22 miles long and gains 6,955 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is Virginia City, Montana, about 9 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 | 2,315 ft |
| High point | 4.3 mi | 3,106 ft |
| End | 22.0 mi | 2,629 ft |
Trail Details
- 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:
- Virginia City, MT · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Madison County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Beaverhead National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Beaverhead-Deerlodge Dispersed Campsite FS7303-03
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