Bitterroot-Rock Creek Divide Trail
1 days · 41.2 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Bitterroot-Rock Creek Divide Trail is known for
This 41.2-mile route follows mountainous terrain along the Bitterroot-Rock Creek divide. Its 8,041 feet of elevation gain make it a strenuous trip.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 19,495 ft to 28,028 ft over 41.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 18.2 mi · 44%
- Downhill 20.1 mi · 49%
- Flat 2.7 mi · 7%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Bitterroot-Rock Creek Divide Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Bitterroot-Rock Creek Divide Trail scores 25/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much elevation gain is on the Bitterroot-Rock Creek Divide Trail?
The Bitterroot-Rock Creek Divide Trail climbs roughly 8,041 ft total — about 195 ft per mile, topping out near 8,635 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from the USDA Forest Service National Forest System Trails dataset (EDW), a work of the US federal government in the public domain. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.