Trout Creek

Pillick Ridge Trail (1036) offers a commanding view of the Cabinet Mountains, Bull River valley, and Clark Fork valley. It is accessible to trail bikes the first 6 miles; after that the terrain makes trail bike use unsafe and destructive.

The steepness of Rice Draw Trail (1071) eliminates all use but hiking. It provides access to upper Rice Draw-Lone Cliff and Loveland Ridge. If a downhill hike is preferred, the hiker may be dropped off at the top, off the trail on Rice Loop Road.

Robin Run Trail (784) is a short walk that makes a good day hike. There are 2 areas to camp, at the beginning and end of the trail. Access to the West Fork Trout Creek trail system makes Robin Run a good entry trail for those wishing to plan an extended stay.

Rock Creek is easily accessible and heavily fished for about 6 miles. Cutthroat trout from 6 to 12 inches may be found.

Roe Gulch Trail (894) switchbacks up through open woods to 20-Odd Peak, lending an excellent view of the Cabinet Mountains and Clark Fork valley. This trail can be used both for a good day hike, or for the backpacker who wants an extended hike along the ridgetop to Canyon Peak.

Skelton Creek Trail (1078) makes a nice day hike. About halfway, the trail passes through a winter range area for wildlife. The lower mile of the trail parallels the West Fork Pilgrim Creek road rather closely, weaving through a densely timbered area.

Smeads Bench Trail (1077) lies in prime summer range for elk, therefore offering an opportunity to view wildlife. Use caution during big game hunting season as the trail receives its greatest use at this time. This trail may also be used as an access to Loveland Peak Trail 1070.

South Fork Pilgrim Creek Trail (1084), which lies between two roads, is primarily used during hunting season. It winds through dense timber and offers a good opportunity to view wildlife.

Length: 2.6 miles.Trail Begins: Road 2713.Trail Ends: Road 2710

Trout Creek flows through a bushy, timbered, flat-bottomed canyon. It is easily fished for fair catches of 10- to 12-inch rainbow and cutthroat trout. Beaver ponds 3 miles above the mouth may also offer some brook trout.

Trout Creek National Recreation Trail (774) traverses a pristine roadless area of over 20,000 acres, making it one of the longest trails through primitive country in northwest Montana outside of designated wilderness.

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