Trailhead

Lake Como National Recreation Trailhead

The first 1/4 mile of this trail is paved and has interpretive signs relating to historical use, vegetation and the role of fire in the area.

Practical information

Town: Other towns
Arrival: From Darby, Montana travel north for 4 miles on Highway 93. Turn west (left) onto Lake Como Rd. Follow for 3 miles. Turn north (right) and follow signs to the trailhead. From Hamilton, Montana travel south for 16 miles on Highway 93. Turn west (right) onto Lake Como Rd. Follow for 3 miles. Turn north (right) and follow signs to the trailhead.
Parking: The parking area can get congested in the peak season. Main parking is near the near the entrance to Three Frogs Campground. Overflow parking can be found in a gravel lot to the East of the Trailhead.
Route surface: The first 1/4 mile of this trail is paved.
Fees: Day passes are $5 and can be purchased at the Fee station within the site. Day and Season passes ($30) are also available from Bitterroot National Forest offices and vendors around the valley. Interagency Passes are honored at this site.
Hours: Open yearlong until closed by snow. Trailhead is Day Use Only; 6:00am to 10:00pm.
Dogs: Pets must be leashed at all times within the recreation area boundaries.
Use rules: Day Use Fee Required Memorial Day-Labor Day. Day Use Only, No Overnight Camping.
Managed by: Federal agency
Phone: 406-821-3913