NRT Database

Location: Flathead National Forest
State(s): Montana
Counties: Flathead
Longitude: -114.57146
Latitude: 48.74915

Driving Directions

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Description

The Whitefish Divide Trail (Ralph Thayer Memorial Trail) follows the western border of Glacier View Ranger District. The southern trailhead begins just south of Werner Peak Lookout and is accessed from road #1658. For backpackers, water is located in China Basin and in wetlands to the north for about 2 miles. There is also a creek at Haines Pass. Water is scarce on the rest of the trail so plan accordingly.Portions of this trail are very steep and while easy to navigate, junctions are not well marked. Ridge walks are marked by rock cairns where trail is not as apparent. The trail crosses the road near Red Meadow Campground. This northern section of trail is less traveled.

The trail is open for non-motorized uses.

Additional Details

Width: 18 inches.
Primary Surface: Soil
Secondary Surface: Soil

Average Grade: 8%
Maximum Grade: 20%
Elevation Low Point: 6,000
Elevation High Point: 7,300
Elevation Gain (cumulative): Not Available

Year Designated: 1984

Supporting Webpages and Documents

Contact Information

For more information and current conditions, contact the trail manager (listed below). For questions, suggestions, and corrections to information listed on the website, contact American Trails.

Trail Management:
Fred Flint
Resource Assistant
US Forest Service
Hungry Horse Ranger District
Hungry Horse, MT 59919
(406) 387-3800
[email protected]