How to drive the unpaved road to Olson Mountain in Montana
Olson Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.578m (8,458ft) above sea level, located in Deer Lodge County, in the U.S. state of Montana.
Where is Olson Mountain?
The peak is located north of Anaconda, in the southwestern part of Montana.
Is the road to Olson Mountain unpaved?
The road to the summit is mostly unpaved. It’s called Olson Gulch Road. It’s paved only for a couple of miles near its start. It comprises narrow sections, very steep parts and 4 sharp hairpin turns. It’s not plowed in winters.
How long is the road to Olson Mountain?
Starting from Pintler Veterans Memorial Scenic Highway, the road to the summit is 10.1 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 797 m and the average gradient is 7.89%.