Driving the Wild 4x4 Road to Blacktail Mountain in Beaverhead County

Blacktail Mountain is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2,785m (9,137ft) above sea level, located in Beaverhead County, in the U.S. state of Montana.

Blacktail Mountain

Where is Blacktail Mountain?

The pass is situated south of Dillon, in the southwestern part of Montana.

Is Blacktail Mountain unpaved?

The road to the summit is completely unpaved and quite treacherous, requiring a 4x4 vehicle. The views from the summit are breathtaking. However, the area is very remote, so extreme caution is advised. At this elevation, the road is not maintained and is usually impassable in winter.
Pic: Andy Fallon (LT Fallon)