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Hiking the Cabinet Mountain Wilderness
Guest of KRO staying at the Ranch have access to the
Cabinet Mountain Wilderness "right out their door".
The Cabinet Mountains are some of the least traveled yet most beautiful in the country. Running roughly 150 miles from the north end of the Bitterroots and almost to British Columbia they encompass some of the most remote and untouched land left in the lower 48. The 95,000 acre CMW is the backdrop scene from anywhere on the ranch. With peaks towering to 8,738 feet, miles of streams, waterfalls, lakes and a life times worth of trails it is truly a gem seen mostly from afar. But for those willing to take a bit of time and explore, endless opportunities await.
Out the "back end" of the ranch lies the 130,000 acres of the remote and almost roadless (just 1) area of the Scotchman Peaks. Though not designated wilderness area it is beautiful in its own right. Many more forest service trails leading to high peaks, lakes, streams, and water falls make up this area also.
The CMW is home to one of the last free roaming Grizzly bear and Wolf populations in the lower 48. Countless other species thrive here also making it a nature enthusiasts paradise.
Hikes in both the CMW and SP's range from an easy 1 to 2 hour walk, to strenuous day long or overnight trips that can put you into country that may not have seen another soul for months, maybe years. Numerous well maintained trails are easily reached from the ranch.
The book Trails of the Wild Cabinets by Dennis Nicholls is the finest that we have seen on this area, and highly recommended. It is an invaluable tool for any of our guests planning on exploring this region by foot or car.
Order it here from Amazon or Here from Keokee Books
Below are a few links of interest.
We Also Highly Recommend
DeLorme's Atlas & Gazetteer for Montana and Idaho
Cabinet Mountain Wilderness KNF Site
Idaho Panhandle National Forests
