The Kootenai National Forest offers some of the finest snowmobiling areas in the
state. Elevations on the Kootenai National Forest range from 1,862 to 8,712
feet. There are five Ranger Stations and the Forest Supervisor’s Office in the
area which offer information pertaining to local snowmobiling opportunities.
Some trails are designated as “groomed”. Grooming occurs on an intermittent
basis by a group of volunteers when time and weather permit. Changes in weather
will affect trail conditions.
Most roads on public lands, if not plowed,
are available to snowmobiles unless closed by a Forest Service order. Some
areas are closed to cross-country snowmobile travel. Information on area
closures is available at all District and Forest Offices. Snowmobiler's should
be aware that roads off the groomed trail system may be closed by a gate. Such
gates may not be visible beneath the snow and should be traveled at the driver’s
risk only.
Trail descriptions and photos are provided as a service
and are subjective in nature. Weather will alter the trail conditions and can
not be predicted. Skill levels of riders are subjective. Skill levels required
for a particular trail are also subjective. Travel on trails is at the
snowmobiler’s risk.