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Experience the High Alpine on a day hike with Bitterroot Backpacking!
Sunshine or Rain we hike!
Exciting trail obstacles!
Join ex-ChemE, Luke, on your hike!
We operate year-round! Contact us about winter adventures too!

Mountaintop Hiking/Snowshoeing in the Bitterroot Mountains

By Bitterroot Backpacking
Free cancellation available
Price is $95 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Embark on an adventurous mountain-top day hike with a local expert trail guide in the Bitterroot Mountains. Hike in snow until July! Rental gear included. Learn about local plants and animals and talk about the natural history of the Bitterroot. You'll also learn how to recreate responsibly in the backcountry, (Leave No Trace) and you'll learn how to navigate the backcountry in all types of settings.

Backpacks, trekking poles, bear spray, and safety equipment rentals are included in the price. Book a private tour, and your guide will even carry your gear for you!

Trail Mix, Beef and Vegan Jerky, and Cliff/Lara/Granola Bars are given to you in your snack bag! A variety of other surprise snacks to be provided as well!

Your guide will also carry a water filter, first aid, Garmin GPS communicator, and other basic necessities like toiletries for an outing in the backcountry.

This hike is 9 miles round trip with 3300 ft of elevation gain, but can be shorted for private excursions!

Activity location

  • Florence
    • Florence, Montana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sweeney Trailhead
    • 59870, Stevensville, Montana, United States

Check availability

Public Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Fri 9:00am-9:30am
  • English

Public Tour - Sweeney Ridge: Does not guarantee we make it to Sweeney Peak. Please book a private tour to ensure tour pacing and plan your ideal day!

Language options: English
Price details
$95.00 x 1 Adult$95.00
Total
Price is $95.00
Until Thu, Jun 12
Private Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Opening hours: Fri 8:00am-10:00am
  • English

Choose your own hike! Customize time, distance, and difficulty!

Language options: English
Price details
$150.00 x 2 Adults$300.00
Total
Price is $300.00
Until Thu, Jun 12

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedFirst Aid
  • What's includedWhat's includedSnacks / Light Lunch - Backpacking Style Food
  • What's includedWhat's includedOther Essential Hiking Must-Haves
  • What's includedWhat's includedUltralight Trekking Poles
  • What's includedWhat's includedBear Spray
  • What's includedWhat's includedUltralight Backpack
  • What's includedWhat's includedJet Boil for Tea or Coffee
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSunscreen
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedRaincoat (t-storms daily around 3 pm!)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedBottled water
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPlease ask about transportation!
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedWarm Layers for chilly mountaintops!
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSun Protection (Hat, UV protecting clothing)

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Must be able to hike 6 - 8 mi, up 2000 ft. No mountain climbing involved.
  • Must be able to climb over downed trees at waist height and step across creeks on stones that may not be stable.

Activity itinerary

Florence
  • 5h
Hike up Sweeney Ridge to Sweeney Peak! Book a private trip to customize your trip! Get ready for snow until late June/early July! Snowshoes will be provided as necessary.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESFlorence
    • Florence, Montana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLESweeney Trailhead
    • 59870, Stevensville, Montana, United States

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