The Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness is excited to offer free group hikes winter and summer! We have hikes for all abilities–from easy family hikes to off trail bushwhack adventures.
Make sure to sign up early. All of our hikes have a group size limit. If a hike does fill up, you can sign up below to get your name on the waitlist and be notified if a spot opens up.
Check out the menu of hikes to choose from below.
If you are looking for our Event & Trail Work Schedule click here.
Please note the Difficulty Rating of each hike and choose hikes within your personal physical limits. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up early!
Hiking with Kids to Antelope Lake
Friends of Scotchman Peaks, Kaniksu Land Trust, and Mountain Mamas are excited to host a fabulous Hiking with Kids presentation and trek to Antelope Lake. You won’t want to miss these stories and insights on hiking with kids in the mountains! Bring a lunch, water, swim wear if you’d like, and a carry pack if you have babies or toddlers. …
Read MoreStar Peak Viewpoint Hike
Join Friends of Scotchman Peaks for a summer hike up the Star Peak Trail. We will hike approximately 2 miles to a beautiful overlook of the Clark Fork Valley. It’s a big climb, but lots of switchbacks keep the grade mellow and provide big, sweeping views. Event will run from 9am-3pm Montana time (8-2pm Idaho time)
Read MoreHorseshoe Lake Hike
Join us for an adventurous day in the backcountry! We’ll hike the trail to Little Spar Lake before heading off-trail, bushwhacking up to a scenic pass and dropping into the beautiful basin of Horseshoe Lake. Expect a mix of trail hiking and rugged terrain. Bring shoes for a creek crossing and don’t forget a swimsuit if you’re up for a …
Read MoreBerray Mountain Lookout Hike
Tucked above the Cabinet Mountains, the Berray Mountain Lookout hike is a short, steady climb to one of the more quietly storied fire lookout sites in northwest Montana. We’ll take the easier approach from the Berray Mountain West Trailhead, following a well-defined route that climbs gradually through forest before opening up near the summit. At the top, you’ll find the …
Read MoreBig Spar Mushroom Walk
Join Rebecca Richardson, mushroom enthusiast and FSPW as we step into the quiet, mossy world of the forest on this guided mushroom hike along the Big Spar Trail. This outing is all about slowing down and noticing the small wonders—colorful fungi, unique textures, and the hidden networks that keep the forest thriving. We’ll explore a variety of habitats along the …
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