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Birch Creek Trail
Birch Creek Trail goes to an unique geological formation known as the Needles. This is a nice hike if you have a camp at one of the lakes within the Birch Creek Basin. This trail can be used all year and is rated moderate for difficulty. The usage is medium.
Length: 2.0 miles
Trail Beginning: Trail Junction 150 and 152
Trail End: Section 12, T 8N, R 4E at the Needles
Area Map: Helena Forest Visitor Map
USGS Map1: Mount Edith Quad
Township 8N; Range 4E; Section 15
Activities
Bird Watching, Hiking, Nature Area, Picnicking, Sightseeing, Walking, Wildlife Viewing
Services and Amenities
Trail
Directions
Take Highway 12 east from Townsend for 2 miles; turn to the north on Road 284. Follow this road approximately 11 to the Duck Creek Road 139. Turn east and follow the road for 16.5 miles to the Birch Creek Road 8961. Follow this road to the end. Take the Gipsy Lake Trail 150 for 5 miles to the junction with Birch Creek Trail.
Hours / Season of Operation
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Contact Information
Birch Creek Trail
Mailing Address:
415 South Front
Townsend,
MT 59644
Street Address:
Helena National Forest
Townsend,
MT 59644
Phone: 406-266-3425
Fax: 406-266-5484
Payment / Reservation Information
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