- Coyote Coulee Trailhead - Embark on a 6 mile, (3 mile each way, 1200 ft of elevation gain) guided day hike up a glacially scoured canyon of the Bitterroot National Forest to a high elevation backcountry lake. At the lake, you’ll paddle around in inflatable packrafts as you take in the incredible scenery. While you paddle, your guide will prepare a backpacker-style lunch of Pad Thai, Pasta Primavera, or Beef Stroganoff. Once you return to land, you’ll learn a bit about learn about cooking in the backcountry without leaving a trace. Then, you’ll pack up and head back to the trailhead the same way you hiked up.
Packrafts, backpacks, trekking poles, bear spray, and safety equipment rentals are included in the price. One packraft setup (packraft, paddle, life vest) for each adult or youth ticket. Your guide carries two packraft setups and the rest are carried by other adults.
Shar Trail Mix, Beef and Vegan Jerky, and Lara Bars are given to you in your snack bag!
Your guide will also carry a water filter, so you can sip on some crisp, cool mountain creek water during your breaks!
- Provided bear spray for safety
- Lunch included
- Guide-equipped with GPS communicator and first aid kit
- Trekking poles available
- Packraft, paddle, and life vest provided per adult
- Backpacks supplied
- Snacks provided
- Clothing / Hiking Clothing
- Hiking Shoes
- Sunscreen
The Bitterroot National Forest boasts striking beauty and harsh terrain, with breathtaking peaks and profound glacial valleys. Its tracks may not always be in the best condition, and transient streams can impede those unaccustomed to fjord traverses. A tour guide’s assistance will undoubtedly be appreciated!
The distinct experience of hiking and packrafting is exclusively offered by Bitterroot Backpacking. No competing guides or firms deliver this unique service! (And if they do, they likely borrowed the concept from here!)
- Anyone in general good health can complete one of these trips. Please inquire before booking!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.