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!
Friends of Scotchman Peaks, Kaniksu Land Trust, and Mountain Mamas are excited to host Rebecca Sanchez for a fabulous Hiking with Kids presentation and trek into the Scotchman’s up Morris Creek. 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 …
Read MoreDry Creek Wildlife ID/Tracking Hike
Join us for a fun early summer hike along the Bull River and learn about local wildlife (hopefully we’ll even see some tracks). There is one creek to cross at the beginning. It’s pretty easy but wear water proof gear. Trail is mostly flat with a few hills and beautiful summer scenery. We will carpool from Six Gun Pizza at …
Read MoreThompson Falls Hike, Bike & Fish Island Park
Join Friends of Scotchman Peaks and Sanders County 4-H Outdoor Adventures for a fun family bike ride, hike and fishing at the Thompson Falls Island Park. It is a beautiful island with two dams, a fish ladder, a powerhouse, historical bridges, and an old substation. Hike is Monday, June 26th from 3-6pm MST (2-5pm PST). Share this Page
Read MoreSouth Fork of Ross Creek Cedars
Join FSPW Board Member Megan Leach on this wonderful hike on the South Fork of the Ross Creek Cedars. Leave the summer crowds behind as we make our way through the ancient Cedars, following the creek up to a waterfall. It’s 9 miles roundtrip with 1300 feet of elevation gain, a small price to pay for getting away from the …
Read MoreForaging Hike with Megan & Juli
Embark on a magical journey through the lush forest, as you discover the hidden treasures nature has to offer. Follow your senses and collect wild edibles, vibrant berries, and fragrant herbs. The crackle of leaves beneath your feet and the sweet scent of pine needles in the air makes this foraging hike an unforgettable adventure. Join staff member Juli Thurston …
Read MoreLet’s Try Nature Drawing!
Join us on a picturesque journey through nature on Big Spar Trail where we will sketch and capture the stunning beauty of flora and fauna. Get ready to unleash your inner artist and be inspired by the natural wonders around you! Bring your favorite sketchbook and colored pencils! We will meet at the Big Spar Lake Trailhead. Bring lunch, snacks …
Read MoreMorris Creek Trail #132
Hike at the base of the Scotchman Peaks on a cool, shady trail with a refreshing creek meandering next to the trail. Beat the heat and replace the need of an epic summit push and replace that with a fun, cool and relaxing hike along Morris Creek. We’ll enjoy wildflowers all along our 8 mile up-and-back roundtrip with 1600 feet …
Read MoreSummer Waterfall Tour
A fun and exciting adventure awaits you on this waterfall tour hike! Experience the beauty of cascading waterfalls as you hike through picturesque landscapes. With every step, you’ll discover new sights and sounds that will leave you in awe. Don’t miss out on this exhilarating journey through nature’s wonderland! We will start the day and meet at Cascade Campgrounds in …
Read MoreLittle Spar Lake Wilderness Walk with Wild Montana
Little Spar Lake sits in a rugged basin within the shadows of 7009-foot Scotchman Peak. The trail to it follows one of the most scenic and dramatic stream valleys in the entire Cabinet Mountain range. You will pass through groves of giant cedars and Western hemlocks, skirt below cliffs, and blaze across wildlife-rich meadows. You will hike past Spar Peak …
Read MoreScotchman Peak Trail #65 End Of Season Hike
Join us on our annual end of season hike: Scotchman Peak Summit Hike Our annual fall hike to the summit of Scotchman Peak. At almost 4 miles one way and 3,8000 feet of climbing, It’s strenuous, but the views provide a spectacular reward. We’ll go slow and keep the group together. Wear sturdy boots, spare clothes, it’s Oct 1st so …
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