House of Sky Trail

This week's hike will take us to the House of Sky Trailhead. The trail follows a ridge line that gives great views of the surrounding Missoula area with plenty of yellowing Larch trees on display. We will hike to the top of Mitten Mountain and turn around at that point. It’s also opening weekend for rifle hunting season, so please wear hunter orange or bright clothing for safety.

Directions:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/1HMiyVZFS1cT7Ejf9
Heads up - the drive will probably take you longer than Google Maps says it will

Old School Directions:
Drive up Pattee Canyon Road past the Pattee Canyon Trailhead parking lot, where the road turns to dirt. After about a mile, turn right onto gated Forest Service Rd 2127-1 and follow it for around 3 miles to the trailhead. Low-clearance vehicles can make it, but high-clearance is preferred.

Trail Info:

• Distance: Around 5.3 miles total
• Duration: 2.5 hours
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Elevation Gain: Around 800 ft

Disclaimer:
Please be aware that your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. The organizers of this group and current and former members can not be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.