Scapegoat Wilderness Traverse

A west to east traverse of the Scapegoat Wilderness

Trip Details

Trip Date:

08/08/2024 – 08/14/2024

Trip Type:

Stock Supported

Number of Days/Nights:

7 Days – 6 Nights

Distance:

37mi

Distance with Day Hikes:

63mi

Rating:

Moderately Strenuous
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Availablity:

Available

Apply for this Trip:

Online Reservation
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Highlights

  • Scapegoat plateau
  • Scapegoat Wall
  • Peak climbing
  • North Fork of the Blackfoot River
  • Fishing
  • Great day hikes
  • Plentiful layover days

Description

Traverse the untamed Scapegoat Wilderness from west to east on this seven-day hiking trip. Cast a line into the North Fork of the Blackfoot River, explore the western edge of the rugged Scapegoat Plateau and scramble up it to experience one of the most distinctive landscapes in the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex. We’ll also browse our way through the huckleberry paradise of Cave Creek and hike along the base of the towering Scapegoat Wall.

This trip has a little bit of everything – fishing, river-grade hiking, peak climbing, exploring high elevations and relaxing along small mountain brooks. There will be a layover day at every camp, giving you the opportunity to explore each unique area. The Scapegoat holds a special place in our hearts, and we’ll share some of our favorite places in it with you on this trip.

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.