About this place

Timberline Trail (# 12) is 4.5 miles long. The trail leads to 2 lakes (Timberline and Gertrude) below Silver Run Peak (the 6th tallest in Montana). Both lakes are in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness and offer excellent trout fishing. The hike begins in an area that was burned in 2008's Cascade Fire. However, after 3 miles, the trail returns to a forested landscape. Elevation change: 1800 feet. The trail is open for the following uses: hiking, horseback riding. *Please be aware that travelling in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness comes with additional regulations. Please know what is expected of visitors before entering the wilderness. Distance to: Bear Track Trail No.8 junction: 3 miles Lake Gertrude: 4 miles Timberline Lake: 4.5 miles From the Beartooth Ranger District Office, drive north on US Hwy 212 towards Red Lodge for 0.3 miles. Turn west (left) onto the West Fork Rd and drive 2.8 miles. Stay to the left (follow signs) and continue on the West Fork Rd. Drive 8.3 miles to trailhead on left. There is ample parking with limited room for horse trailers. There is a vault toilet at trailhead.