Take the Scenic Route and Discover Flesher Pass in Montana

Flesher Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.872m (6,141ft) above sea level, located in Lewis and Clark County, in the U.S. state of Montana.

Flesher Pass

Where is Flesher Pass?

The pass is located on the Continental Divide, in the north-western part of Montana, within the Helena National Forest. The summit hosts a parking lot for a few passenger vehicles but limited space for trailers.

Is Flesher Pass paved?

The road to the summit is totally paved. It’s called County Road 279 (Flesher Pass Road). The drive is steep in parts, hitting an 8,6% of maximun gradient through some of the ramps.

How long is Flesher Pass?

The pass is 26.71km (16.6 miles) long running south-north from Wilborn to MT-200 road.

Is Flesher Pass worth the drive?

The road is very scenic and provides 360-degree vistas of surrounding mountains.

Is Flesher Pass open year-round?

Set high in the Rocky Mountains, the road is open year-round. Short-term closures are common in winter due to dangerous weather conditions.

 

 

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