Guided hikes
We offer free group hikes in the Scotchmans all winter and summer long! We have hikes for all abilities–from easy family hikes to off-trail bushwhack adventures. All hikes are led by volunteers.
Trail Projects
Each summer, we restore trails in the Scotchmans so that people can continue to explore our wild backyard. We use crosscut saws, Pulaski’s, shovels, and teamwork to care for the trail. Join us for a trail project day to give back to the trails you love.
Events
We host events all year long throughout Idaho and Montana to build community around a love for the outdoors. Family fun in the summer, film festivals in the winter and wild trivia are just a few of the events you can look forward to.
event: Avalanche Awareness Workshop
FREE avalanche education for the community. Come early and grab a seat, the presentation starts at 6:00pm MST. Hosted at the White Pine Grange, 9 Faro Lane, Trout Creek MT. From seasoned pros to beginners, everyone is welcome! The session will consist of a 1 hour Know Before You Go (KBYG) presentation followed by a question and answer/social hour. Know …
event: Sandpoint Eagles Bingo Benefit FSPW
Sandpoint Eagles Auxillary #589 Bingo Benefiting Friends of Scotchman Peaks Programs. Great prizes, drawing tickets with wonderful prizes, and some pretty awesome door prizes. Bring a donation for Toys for Tots and receive an extra door prize ticket for every donation. Doors open at 2; Bingo starts at 2:30 Refreshments available Share this Page
event: Pint Night at the Wayside
Get ready to warm your spirits and light up your holiday season at this Pint Night Party with Friends of Scotchman Peaks at the cozy Wayside Bar and Grill on December 16th from 6-8 pm (MST). With the holiday decorations adorning the venue and a festive atmosphere in the air, this event is the perfect way to get into the …
event: Libby Sledding Party!
Come out and let your inner child free and join Brooke in Libby for an exciting sledding party at Ski Dale! We will be there December 18 from 3:30-5:30. Bring a sled and we will provide the wood for a fire. See you there! Share this Page
hike: New Year Hike – Star Peak
Join FSPW from 9am – 4pm MT at the #999 Forest Service Trailhead. Star Peak Lookout sits at about 6200 feet. We will gain 4,000 ± feet in just over 5 miles! On a clear day, the lookout has some incredible views of the surrounding mountains and valley below. If the weather does not allow for a summit trip, we …
hike: Hiking with Kids!
Friends of Scotchman Peaks and Kaniksu Land Trust are excited to host Rebecca Sanchez for a fabulous Hiking with Kids presentation. You won’t want to miss her stories and insight on hiking with kids in the backcountry or anywhere for that matter! She has lived and worked in some of the most treasured and beautiful landscapes around the country. She …
hike: Regal Creek 19th Anniversary Hike
Join the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness as we step back out into the backcountry for our annual winter hike up Regal Creek. We will be celebrating our 19th Anniversary! This trip will be start about 3 miles down Lightning Creek Road and we’ll stroll down along Lightning Creek and then climb a short way up Regal Creek trail to …
hike: Ross Creek Cedars Winter Hike
Join FSPW for a brisk walk up the road to the Ross Creek Cedars trailhead. It is a fairly steep hike. We will stop for views, photos, snacks and to enjoy this beautiful area as we move along. We may need snowshoes so please bring them and we will decide at the trailhead if we will utilize them or pack …
hike: Goat Mountain Snowshoe
Join FSPW and Carl Rantzow for this 7.5 miles round trip & approximate 4,000 vertical feet snowshoe. It starts from the Lightning Creek road near Clark Fork and climbs to a beautiful corniced ridgeline before reaching the summit of Goat mountain. The views of Scotchman Peak, Lake Pend Oreille & the surrounding mountains is spectacular. This hike is definitely designed …
hike: Annual Ross Creek Cedars Snowshoe
Join FSPW for our annual snowshoe to the great Ross Creek Cedars for lunch. It is a moderate hike from the parking area to the cedars with about 8 miles roundtrip and slight elevation as we snowshoe up the road. We will stop for views, photos, snacks and to enjoy this beautiful area as we move along. Plan on meeting …
hike: Dry Creek Wildlife ID & Tracking with Wild Montana
Join Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness and Wild Montana for a snowshoe along the Bull River! We’ll follow the Dry Creek Trail beneath a dense evergreen canopy. The wall of green occasionally breaks, offering grand views into the scenic Bull River Valley. We’ll move at a leisurely pace so we have plenty of time to ID wildlife tracks and interpret the …
hike: Snow Moon Snowshoe
Join Friends of Scotchman Peaks and Kaniksu Land Trust for a winter snowshoe hike under the light of a full moon. We will trek up Thompson River and up FS Rd 7657 to see some great views of the river and beautiful winter scenery. Don’t have snowshoes? We have some you can use! Although we will have the Storm Moon …
hike: Star Peak Viewing Snowshoe
Join us for a winter wonderland snowshoe hike up the Star Peak Trail. We will hike approximately 2.5 miles to a beautiful overlook of the Clark Fork Valley. Event will run from 11am-3pm MST (10-2pm PST) Share this Page
hike: Hiking 101 – Cascade Falls
Welcome to Hiking 101, a talk (and hike) designed for beginner outdoor enthusiasts who want to embark on the exciting journey of hiking! This workshop is your passport to discovering the wonders of the great outdoors on foot. Whether you’re looking to conquer mountain peaks or stroll through serene forests, this workshop equips you with the knowledge and skills needed …
hike: Full Moon Star Peak Snowshoe
Let the moon and stars align! Join us for a snow shoe adventure to the top of Star Peak for the full WORM moon in March. We will start at a reasonable hour and hike and snowshoe to the top where we will enjoy hot beverages and food and watch the moon rise! Then a brisk snowshoe down with the …
