Roughly 60 miles south of Canada, the 88,000 acre Scotchman Peaks roadless area spans the Idaho-Montana border. Since the 1970s, when the U.S. Forest Service carried out extensive evaluations of lands suitable for wilderness, this rugged, scenic and biologically diverse portion of the Cabinet Mountains has been managed for its wilderness potential. The Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness believe now is the time to preserve the Scotchmans, one of the last, and largest, wild areas in our region.

Hiking

Hiking in the Scotchman Peaks Wilderness Area is an experience not to be missed. You’ll find here some of the most scenic views in North America, along with flora and fauna rarely found in the developed areas in which we live and work.

Hiking in Scotchman Peaks Wilderness

Getting away to enjoy some of the beauty that nature offers us allows one an opportunity to unwind and get up close and personal with both Mother Nature and the numerous species of wildlife that can be found within this breathtaking roadless area. 

Check out our current Hiking Schedule and join us for one (or more) of our scheduled Guided Hikes ( it’s a great way to learn about the area from an experienced guide while you’re enjoying its scenic beauty!)

Or visit our Self-Guided Hikes page if you’d prefer to explore the area on your own. 

Either way you’re sure to have a great time! 

We have full-color, downloadable maps available on our Maps page, and you can read more about the hiking trails of this vast area by reading Trails Of The Wild Cabinets, available from Keokee Press.

Take a peek at our Photo Gallery for some terrific shots of the stunning vistas you’ll find here in the Scotchmans.

Come visit for a day hike, an overnight hike, or an extended visit – the Scotchman Peaks Wilderness area will welcome you!

AND if you’re interested in leading a Guided Hike, please read our page on “Leading a Hike” for more information on how you can help us educate others on the many recreational opportunities that the Scotchman Peaks Wilderness has to offer.

 



Map of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness

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