Cloud Peak Wilderness
Cloud Peak Wilderness in northwest Montana is a remote high-altitude landscape of glacial valleys, alpine lakes and towering peaks. Accessible via long trail routes and permits, it offers rugged hiking, fishing, and wilderness camping in a largely undeveloped setting.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Pacific Northwest |
| Subregion | Northern Rockies |
| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Lincoln County and Teton County |
| District | Northwestern Montana |
| City | Glacier Guide Service (nearest major hub) |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 48.93219 |
| Longitude | -117.03492 |
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7:13 PM LOCAL TIMECloud Peak Wilderness is a protected upland region straddling the border of northwest Montana and southern Canada, but primarily accessed from the US side via northwestern Montana. Named for the prominent Cloud Peak (3,240m / 10,640ft), the landscape is characterized by glacial valleys, steep talus, and high-elevation meadows. Visitors generally reach it by crossing trailheads near Shale Lake, Nahanni Pass, or access points off US Highway 2 and the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex beyond. Expect difficult multi-day routes and remote camps, with regulations designed to limit impact and preserve the area's natural condition. Activities center on backcountry hiking and backpacking, alpine fishing, and solitude- or route-focused travel; prepared and experienced travelers will find rewarding but physically demanding terrain and few amenities. The region's climate is strongly influenced by elevation and continental airflow — expect cool summers and cold, snowy winters, especially at higher elevations.
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