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Watkins Creek Trailhead

Gallatin County, Montana

Overview

Watkins Creek Trailhead starts off with Trail #215, it is a trailhead that connects to three trail opportunites including: Trail #215 to #209 - Coffin Lake - A rountrip 10 mile out and back hike - Coffin Lake gains 1800 feet elevation beginning in an open meadow and gain elevation to the alpine lake. Trail #215 continues on and connects to the Continental Divide Trail A third choice is #215 to trail #209 which then connects to trail #216, West Fork of Watkins Creek leading to Sheep Lake. Sheep Lake can also be accessed through Trail #218 off Hwy 87. Refer to Forest Map and Motor Vehicle Use Map for foot and bicycle use in the area.

Amenities

  • WaterNo
  • ElectricNo
  • PetsNo
  • ReservableNo

Conditions

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