Point of Interest
Hiking trails follows the river the length of the canyon but cannot be accessed from the south end. The trail provides visitors outstanding hiking and backpacking. The trail drops down to meet the river periodically throughout its length, offering opportunities to filter water.
Length: 9 Miles
Loop Trail: No
Primary Trail Type: Backcountry
Additional Trail Types: -
Agency: Bureau of Land Management
Entry Fee: -
Fee Notes: -
Parking Fee: -
Permit Fee: -
Trail Use Notes:
None
Seasonal Use Notes:
None
Location: At Madison Dam below Ennis Lake off US 287 S of Three Forks.
County: Madison
State: MT
Townships: -
Driving Directions:
From Ennis, Montana, go northeast on Highway 287 to McAllister and connect with a gravel road, continuing on it to the south access. To reach the north access, take Highway 287 east of Norris 8 miles and then continue 3 miles south of the Red Mountain Campground on the gravel Beartrap Road. Beartrap Canyon is about 35 miles from Bozeman, Montana.
Average Grade: -
Maximum Grade: -
Elevation High: -
Elevation Low: -
Elevation Gain: -
Average Width: 14 Inches
Minimum Width: -
Primary Surface: Soil
Additional Surfaces: Soil
Year Designated: 1992
