Helena National Forest

Recreational Activities - Trails

Length: 4 miles round trip

Elevation Change: 1000 ft. (305 m)

Trail Beginning: 5400 ft. elevation (1646 m)
Trail Ending: 6400 ft. elevation (1951 m)

Special Features/Attractions & Considerations: Sauerkraut Trail is one of the original accesses to the Lincoln View Mine, which is located near the end of the trail. As with many trails built on Forest Service land, this one was constructed for purposes other than recreation. However, it is an excellent hiking trail, especially for a family day trip, because of its short length, and also for the cultural aspect. The trail follows the creek the entire way through a closed canopied forest of Douglas fir and lodge pole pine. You may even be lucky enough to hike this trail during berry season when there are huckleberries galore. Please be careful around the mine. There are many unseen hazards. Once past the mine the trail turns into an old road. This road continues up to the intersection with Trail #404, where you will find a few other hiking options.

Locator: Ogden Mountains
From Lincoln, follow Highway 200 west for a distance of 3 miles. Turn south on Dalton Mountain Road #329 and follow it approximately 4.5 miles to the junction of the Sauerkraut Road #1892. Turn right (west) proceed for approximately 3 miles where the road is gated. The trail is located on the south side of the gated road. Please note there is no sign that marks the trailhead.

Quad(s): Moose Creek and Nevada Lake
Helena National Forest Map

For further information contact the Lincoln Ranger District

USDA Forest Service - Helena National Forest
Last Modified: Thursday, 17 May 2007 at 16:18:09 EDT