Cabinet Divide South Trail
~3 days · 10 mi · easy · Loop
Quick facts
What the Cabinet Divide South Trail is known for
Cabinet Divide South Trail is a 2-3-day backpacking route in Montana (Cabinet Mountains).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 19,278 ft to 20,453 ft over 10 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 4.1 mi · 41%
- Downhill 5.0 mi · 50%
- Flat 0.9 mi · 9%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Cabinet Divide South Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Cabinet Divide South Trail scores 11/100, 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 many days does the Cabinet Divide South Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Cabinet Divide South Trail in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 10 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Cabinet Divide South Trail?
The Cabinet Divide South Trail climbs roughly 1,352 ft total — about 135 ft per mile, topping out near 6,234 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. 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.