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Birch Creek – Strawberry Loop

A stunning route through the northern reaches of the Bob

Trip Details

Trip Date:

08/19/2024 – 08/25/2024

Trip Type:

Stock Supported

Number of Days/Nights:

7 Days – 6 Nights

Distance:

47mi

Distance with Day Hikes:

67mi

Rating:

Moderately Strenuous
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Pricing:

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Availablity:

Full

Apply for this Trip:

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Highlights

  • Peak climbing
  • Dark skies
  • Alpine basins
  • Remote wilderness
  • Point-to-point route

Description

Sleep under the stars in an alpine basin, hike through large mountain meadows and pass under the stunning shear walls of Gateway Gorge on this spectacular seven-day trek into the remote northern reaches of the Bob Marshall Wilderness.

This stock supported hiking trip will take you for a loop. Connecting the South and North Fork of Birch Creek as you travel through Crazy Creek pass, high mountain meadows, the sparkling waters of Strawberry Creek and the remote Badger Pass.  Layover days will allow time for exploring the area or a summit bid of Cap Mountain (7461’), with wide views of the northern limit of the Bob.

Additional stopovers are the high elevation Big River Meadows—an idyllic location surrounded by the limestone peaks of the Continental Divide and the opportunity for more wide-open views with layover hiking options along an open ridge.

If you are looking for a Bob Marshall Wilderness adventure that has a little bit of everything—peak climbing, high mountain passes, alpine basins and a strong sense of remoteness – this trip is for you.

Please call or email for more details.
(406) 461-2114 or (406) 403-1902
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TRIP CANCELLATION POLICY

Deposits are required at booking and are non-refundable. Trip balances are due by May 15 for summer trips and August 1 for fall trips unless otherwise specified. The balances are non-refundable after these due dates. We only give complete refunds in the event that you do not successfully draw a tag. Other than a non-successful draw, we do not give refunds for any reason. This includes but is not limited to: route changes due to wildfires, smoke, floods, trail conditions, a non-harvest hunt, or unprecedented weather events. We do not give refunds if personal health inhibits you from participating on a trip including exposure to an airborne virus or illness. Because of this, we STRONGLY recommend purchasing trip insurance.
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Trip Rating Definitions

Level 1 (Easy) 5-8 Miles • Up to 800 ft.
Relaxed travel days on gentle terrain. If it gets hilly, there’s many opportunities to pause and enjoy the scenery while still providing for ample time to unwind in camp.
Level 2 (Moderate) 6-10 miles • Up to 1,500 ft
A steady, enjoyable pace with moderate climbs and comfortable mileage. This option also allows for plenty of camp time.
Level 3 (Moderately difficult) 8-12 miles • Up to 2,000 ft
Invigorating days in the mountains with sustained climbs and longer distances. Short portions of the route may be off trail. You’ll feel accomplished at camp after a full day on the trail.
Level 4 (Difficult) 10-12 miles • 2,500 ft +
Challenging and rewarding big climbs and long distances. Off-trail hiking and route finding with short portions of limited exposure possible. This trip is about the journey.
Level 5 (Strenous) 9-15 miles • 2,500 ft +
Push yourself! Epic peaks, route finding, frequent off-trail hiking with areas of exposure and route finding. Expect full days in mother nature.
*Please note these descriptions are used for travel days only and are our attempt to provide a rating for the overall trip difficulty. On layover days we will offer optional hiking opportunities that may not be in keeping with the rest of the trip difficulty rating.
Additionally, changes in elevation are meant to represent the days’ starting and ending elevations, but not necessarily the total elevation lost and gained throughout the course of the day. If you have questions or concerns regarding trip difficulty and your abilities, please contact us.