Water Hill
7.3 mi
Distance
2,628 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 45m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Water Hill is a point-to-point trail in Kaniksu National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Sanders County, Montana. It is 7.3 miles long and gains 2,628 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Trout Creek, Montana, about 3 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 | 1,487 ft |
| End | 7.4 mi | 1,921 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
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Trout Creek, MT · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Sanders County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Kaniksu National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Campgrounds near this trail
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Kootenai Dispersed Campsite RD 154 SITE 5
1.6 mi awayKootenai National Forest
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Kootenai Dispersed Campsite RD 154 SITE 7
1.6 mi awayKootenai National Forest
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Kootenai Dispersed Campsite RD 154 SITE 4
1.6 mi awayKootenai National Forest
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Kootenai Dispersed Campsite RD 154 SITE 7A
1.6 mi awayKootenai National Forest
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Kootenai Dispersed Campsite RD 154 SITE 7B
1.6 mi awayKootenai National Forest
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