Big Timber

Independence Trail (121) travels from the Independence Mine area through high alpine meadows to the head of the East Fork Boulder and the junction with East Fork Boulder Trail 27.

Length: 3.5 miles. Wilderness, moderate difficulty, medium use

Java Inn Bed and Breakfast features continental breakfast and 'good coffee' and fishing on a working family ranch where you will find solitude and privacy. Great entertainment is within a twenty minutes drive.

Lake Columbine Trail (128) travels from the junction of Rainbow Creek Trail 28 to Columbine Pass and the Custer National Forest. Above the lake the trail ascends high, semi-open benches, affording pleasant vistas. The trail is occasionally steep and rocky.

Lodgepole Trail (124) begins at the end of Elk Creek Road 2606 and travels to Meyer Creek Divide and the Custer National Forest.

This fully restored, 100 year old log home is just what the doctor ordered for a relaxing, fun-filled vacation any time of the year.

Lower Deer Creek Trail (5) begins at the junction with Lodgepole Trail 124. it continue north along the Lower Deer Creek past the Lower Deer Creek Rental Cabin and provides access to West Bridger Trail 129, Placer Gulch Trail 256, and Tomato Can Trail 156.

Meatrack Trail (23) can be accessed from Fourmile Trail 22. Goes to Meatrack Meadows. Access to Trail Creek Trail 231 and USGS Trail 24. This trail is normally in good condition, but it is rocky in spots.

Length: 4.0 miles. Wilderness, heavy use, moderate difficulty

Middle Fork Sweet Grass Creek Trail (123) travels from the junction with Sweet Grass Trail 122 to the Middle Fork Sweet Grass Divide above Campfire Lake, and access Trespass Creek and the Shields River area on the Livingston Ranger District.

Ten Sweet Grass County ranch families work cooperatively to provide a unique vacation experience. Enjoy the opportunity to meet and get acquainted with authentic Montana ranch families. Montana ranch hospitality at its best.

Montana Maritime-Flyfishing Outfitters specializes in basic thorough advanced instruction; float trips (three boats available); walk/wade in private water; private trophy lakes.

Otter Creek Fishing Access does permit camping. There is a 7 day stay limit. A boat launch, toilets and access for camp trailers is available. Open all season. Upper Yellowstone River access.