The Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone flows through the Shoshone National Forest
through the awesome Clarks Fork Canyon into BLM-administered public lands,
located just inside the mouth of the canyon.  
  
The unparalleled landscape and recreational opportunities create an
unforgettable experience. The area displays geology that is internationally
studied, within the Nez Perce National Historic Trail, offers abundant fishing
opportunities, and a popular access point to explore further into the Shoshone
National Forest.

The Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone flows through the Shoshone National Forest through the awesome Clarks Fork Canyon into BLM-administered public lands, located just inside the mouth of the canyon. The unparalleled landscape and recreational opportunities create an unforgettable experience. The area displays geology that is internationally studied, within the Nez Perce National Historic Trail, offers abundant fishing opportunities, and a popular access point to explore further into the Shoshone National Forest.

Bird's eye view of the park

Clarks Fork of The Yellowstone

This horseback riding and hiking trail winds for five miles through BLM-
managed public lands and state land to Bald Ridge in the Shoshone National
Forest. The elevation ranges from 4,880’-8,400’. Spectacular views of the
Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone River to the west and of Heart Mountain to the
east await you.  
  
Pronghorn, mule deer, moose, elk, and grizzly and black bears may be
encountered along this trail. Waterfowl are often found at the lakes near the
trailhead and soaring raptors are often sighted.  
  
The trail is steep and arduous requiring good physical condition of both
humans and horses. The trail is marked by trail signs, and then rock cairns as
it winds up Bald Ridge. The middle and upper portions are not marked or
constructed; users must pick their own route up the mountain.  
  
BLM-administered public lands in the Bald Ridge area are closed to human
presence from January 1 - April 30 each year to protect the wintering big
game.  
  
This is grizzly bear country, so, be bear aware!

This horseback riding and hiking trail winds for five miles through BLM-managed public lands and state land to Bald Ridge in the Shoshone National Forest. The elevation ranges from 4,880’-8,400’. Spectacular views of the Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone River to the west and of Heart Mountain to the east await you. Pronghorn, mule deer, moose, elk, and grizzly and black bears may be encountered along this trail. Waterfowl are often found at the lakes near the trailhead and soaring raptors are often sighted. The trail is steep and arduous requiring good physical condition of both humans and horses. The trail is marked by trail signs, and then rock cairns as it winds up Bald Ridge. The middle and upper portions are not marked or constructed; users must pick their own route up the mountain. BLM-administered public lands in the Bald Ridge area are closed to human presence from January 1 - April 30 each year to protect the wintering big game. This is grizzly bear country, so, be bear aware!

A hiker takes a photo from Bald Ridge overlooking a creek.

Clarks Fork of The Yellowstone

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