How to drive the unpaved road to the lookout at Willow Mountain in Montana?
Willow Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.503m (8,211ft) above sea level, located in Ravalli County, in the U.S. state of Montana.
Where is Willow Mountain?
The peak is located north of Helena in the southwestern part of Montana.
Why is there a road to Willow Mountain?
At the summit there’s a fire lookout built in 1966. It’s staffed every summer.
Is the road to Willow Mountain unpaved?
The road to the summit is totally unpaved, with narrow parts and steep sections. The winding road to the summit is very curvy and features countless hairpin turns. 4x4 vehicle required.
How long is the road to Willow Mountain?
Starting from Corvallis, the road to the summit is 30.7km (19.1 miles) long. Elk, mule deer, badgers, coyotes, and black bears can be seen along the trail.
Is the road to Willow Mountain open year-round?
Set high in the Bitterroot National Forest, the road is not plowed in winters.
Pic: John Sieber