Antelope Basin

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Antelope Basin is located less than an hour from West Yellowstone, Montana, and the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. This is the largest of the national forests in Montana, covering 3.35 million acres. This mellow trail gently climbs over the mo...Read More
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Highlights of Antelope Basin

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Camping Category IconCamping
Scenic Category IconScenic
Water Category IconWater
Highest Elevation
7608 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
230
Nearest Town
Island Park
Nearest Services
West Yellowstone
Management Agency
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
District
Ennis Ranger District

Overview

Antelope Basin is located less than an hour from West Yellowstone, Montana, and the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. This is the largest of the national forests in Montana, covering 3.35 million acres. This mellow trail gently climbs over the mountains, crosses through the valleys, and passes a couple of small lakes and streams. Once the crisp, fresh fall air settles in, a lot of things change in these mountains. There are​ less traffic and people, and the skies turn an even deeper blue between the wispy clouds. Cattle drives are frequently seen along the roads and highways; the only traffic jams you will encounter this time of year. The colors of the Aspens high on the mountains and the willows along the streams and rivers begin to change to a brilliant gold shimmer in the passing sun. Like mountain views, trees, and wildlife? There are many trails in this wide-open country for all to enjoy.

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15 Waypoints
47 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
7 Community Reviews
1 Video
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